Where Roses Grow: Rooted Reflections

Uplifting Pacific Islander Youth

October 01, 2021 Road Map Project Season 1 Episode 3
Where Roses Grow: Rooted Reflections
Uplifting Pacific Islander Youth
Show Notes

Sarleen and Biel are both Pacific Islander youth from Chuuk and Marshall Islands. Both are graduates of West Auburn High school who currently reside in South Auburn. In their journey they got connected to local youth mentors who uplifted them to reach their goals, in return, they hope to do the same for other youth in their communities. In this episode, we will find out more about their upbringing, the work they do as organizers and gain insight into how it was like for them to grow up in Washington as young Micronesian immigrants.