“I left Fundação Solidariedade about 10 years ago, but I understand how important it was in my life and is for hundreds of children. When I first arrived, I was a teenager and a social mother welcomed me. I’ve studied, worked and was offered excellent opportunities that, otherwise, wouldn´t reach me if I were somewhere else. They have shaped me and made me the human being I am now. If I could express my feelings, in a single word, towards this institution, which was my home for so many years, I would say ‘gratitude’. Thank you for being so supportive, there and now!”
D.C.S. (Former Student)
“I was only one when I arrived at Fundação Solidariedade, my actual home, where I had the opportunity to grow into the person I am now. I’ve learned about respect for my own story and to behave in the best way possible. I’ve learned about the importance of having values in life and that we can be better, trustworthy and useful even coming from a different position within society. During the 23 years I have lived in the institution, I had many opportunities, experiences, happy moments, shared dreams and thoughts. Nowadays I have my driver license, I’m an undergraduate student at the University and I have a good job. Thank you for making me who I am today, without Fundação Solidariedade my life would have been totally different. My sincere gratitude.”
V.R. (Former Student)
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