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LOVE: Leave Out Violence Everywhere

Love doesn't hurt.

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In my school district, I helped raise awareness about domestic abuse by creating the "Leave Out Violence Everywhere," or "LOVE" project through student council. My project highlighted the silent damage within dating violence, promoted self-worth, and ultimately encouraged others to speak out against domestic abuse. We educated our student body about dating abuse by posting informational posters around school. We created a "Beauty Week" when putting on our first Sadie Hawkins dance to encourage young women to step outside their comfort zone so they can be more comfortably courageous.

I created a video where I interviewed a number of students and recorded their reaction after telling them they were beautiful and broadcasted it in school to encourage others to spread love rather than to destroy it.

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My platform inspired other schools to hold their own Sadie Hawkins dance for other outstanding issues within the community. If people know where domestic abuse leads, I want to inspire others to prevent a beginning. My project enabled me to branch out and combat larger issues within other communities. It feels rewarding to learn about different obstacles, teach people, and make a difference. My project truly inspired me to further guide others in my future career path, and I am motivated to bring change and closeness to the community from one place to the next.

There are many amazing opportunities in the community that I can learn from and take to others. I would like to help underserved areas through the areas within the city so I can be around kids more often and help their dreams grow. With strong public service opportunities like working with children to the elderly, I will be able to take back unique lessons and learn more about my interests. My passion for helping others will grow as I help my surrounding communities grow.

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