Mothers for LOVE (Leading, Organizing, Volunteering, Encouraging)

By Irina Goubanova | January 12, 2022

Dr. K’s Mothers for LOVE

LOVE = Leading | Organizing | Volunteering | Encouraging

This parental group (mothers) represent different cultures:

  • Southern Sudan
  • United States
  • Japan
  • Nigeria
  • Colombia
  • Puerto Rico
  • Russia

They are the voices of parents of minority children, youth, and families.
They are community leaders and volunteers.
They aspire to be a bridge between minority youth and families and SF public schools.
They want to support their children, to help them build better future. They want to support ALL children and youth.

Quotes

“What can we do for the kids in schools? Mothers bring love and cultures to the world,”
– Esperanza, mother, teacher and artist from Colombia.

“These kids need support & encouragement. Please, help them find a sense of belonging,”
– Izumi, from Japan.

“ I have two sons with special needs. They need understanding and empathy. We need EMPATHY,”
– Jennifer, mother of three, from Puerto Rico.

“My hope for our group is to create new friendships and learn from other mothers across many cultures. We strive to welcome, love, and learn from each other!”
–Dr. Diana Messick

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