Since the autism diagnosis was first introduced* by Dr. Leo Kanner in 1943, the deficit-based model has been used to identify what people on the autism spectrum have difficulty with and how they are different from their “typical” peers. Today we understand that autism is a spectrum disorder and the effects of the disability and […]
Welcome Claudia Castaneda to Yes She Can
We are excited to introduce you to Claudia Castaneda, our new Director of Marketing and Retail Operations. In this new position, Claudia will be developing strategies and implementing marketing plans to grow Girl AGain boutique, a major source of revenue for Yes She Can’s job skills program, and to expand our connections in the community […]
A Breath of Fresh Air by Vanessa
My name is Vanessa and I am one of the recent trainees that joined Yes She Can in the summer of 2020. On that day I was feeling a mixture of emotions, nervous, eager, and maybe a little scared. On the morning of the big day, I was having my breakfast and my mom said […]
Hooray! I am fully vaccinated! By Selina
Hi, my name is Selina, and I am a trainee at Yes She Can. I just received my 2nd COVID-19 vaccine today and I am thrilled to say that receiving both vaccines helps me avoid severe COVID symptoms. Since I am fully vaccinated, I can look forward to doing more things, getting out of the […]
My Love for Ireland and Irish People, by Sarah F.
I chose to write about the American Girl historical character, Nellie, and Saint Patrick’s Day for our Girl AGain blog post, because I really love Ireland. When I went to a sleep-away camp I had many Irish counselors – we were all much younger then! I got to travel to Ireland in April 2017. […]
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