I have been very fortunate to see life through many different lenses. I now strive to improve the lives of our most vulnerable at-risk populations using a unique skill-set and perspective. I have dealt with set-backs and personal failings, but have found that a strong faith, coupled with proactive self-improvement, can lead to unimaginable positive outcomes. I want this powerful result of redemption to be accessible to anyone willing to put in the hard work necessary to get all of the best that life has to offer.I am pursing projects that matter while operating with a desire to impact people and communities in positive ways. This is why I have chosen to study sustainable development practices at the Harvard Extension School. I wish to put these best practices to work in disadvantaged neighborhoods with the rehabilitation of existing, and the construction of new, buildings and homes.