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Question: I'm 29 year old US Citizen, and a stay at home aunt living in Columbia, Maryland. I was born in the Caribbean and have a strong longing in my heart to return and help in my community. I have no clue how to get started. Can you help?
Answer: Thanks for your question. We strongly encourage you to consider getting started by talking with an academic counselor to clarify what sort of help you want to offer and to identify classes that will teach you skills needed to accomplish your goal. Your own good planning and preparation will pay dividends in the long run. Take a look at the core competencies listed with this answer. Adapt the ones that seem relevant to focus on your own development first.
Question Date: Wed, 09/03/2008