Annie Sullivan once said, “People seldom see the halting and painful steps by which the most insignificant success is achieved.” Sullivan’s work and dedication to unlocking the potential in Helen Keller, did not come easily. However, in progress, no matter how tedious or significant, it was all fundamental. Helen Keller and Annie Sullivan’s legacies, motivate me, in my work in the community, in my academic life, and in my personal growth and progression, I understand Miss Sullivan’s words more than ever.
In June 2017, I will be graduating with my A.A. and High School Diploma. Through my work, volunteer, and education experiences, I have become more dedicated to my mission of protecting and advancing human rights, both here in the United States
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Following graduation, I hope to encompass the expertise necessary to flourish in law school and beyond. My mission, to serve and protect human rights, extends well beyond the American borders. Abroad, predominantly in the Middle Eastern and African countries, being an LGBTQ+ person can lead to incarceration or even execution. Meanwhile, in other nations, like Haiti, Belize, and many others, Deaf children are deprived of proper education, and sign language vocations are undermined. Education, liberty, and freedom must be protected here in the United States, as well as in the Global community. I am rooted in my objective to make a difference in world, especially for the protection of marginalized persons—no matter how small. I aspire to work in public service for all these reasons, so that I may advocate and create a difference in the communities. By serving as a public servant, I can make an impact, no matter how small, for this community by enforcing the ADA, advocating for Deaf education, and protecting and expanding the rights of this community. My ultimate purpose has evolved to delivering a piece of justice and visibility to this