Esvin’s Story: Realizing His Dream

Esvin’s Story: Realizing His Dream

In Esvin B.’s own words. Hello, my name is Esvin B. I’m 29, and the oldest of two. Growing up, I never had a stable home. We would move from friends’ houses to womens’ shelters to sometimes living out the car. I remember once I even attended school for only ONE DAY...
KJ’s Story: Employed + Empowered

KJ’s Story: Employed + Empowered

Kenneth (KJ) has overcome enormous obstacles in his quest for success. Born at Jefferson Davis Hospital in downtown Houston, KJ grew up in the Acres Homes neighborhood of Houston. Acres Homes was developed around the time of World War l when it was settled by African...