I'm so excited to share my story…

When I first came to COIF, I came with the fear that I couldn't do it.

Whenever I saw people speak confidently in public, I admired them so much and wished I could be like them. But deep down, I always had doubts about myself. I couldn't even speak into a microphone when I wanted to.

But at COIF, something changed. I was made to believe that, yes, I can do it. I can be whatever I want to be. I just need to be hardworking, committed, and willing to put in the effort toward the change I want to see in myself.

Today, I won't say I'm 100% confident because I know that confidence is a gradual process. But I'm happy to say that I am breaking through the lack of confidence that once held me back.

I'm learning to believe in myself, to use my voice, and to step out of my comfort zone. I may not be where I want to be yet, but I know I'm getting there—and by God's grace, I will.

Thank you so much, COIF, for believing in me, shaping me, and helping me become a better version of myself.