I'm not seen as mentally ill in the community anymore. I'm not the homeless woman anymore. I'm functioning, contributing and involved.

They are doing something that benefits the community, the environment. They are taking the initiative to make a difference.

I needed to feel like I've done something different for this community. I'm a very intense woman and I'm very competitive. I saved my money and opened (Ma's) without any loans.

She was a very bright, energetic woman who contributed significantly to the community and was not afraid to confront the issue of HIV/AIDS.

I would propose that we have gone through all the efforts that you as a community have set up for neighborhoods to express their needs. We would like you to respect the fact that we have gone through this procedure correctly.

I don't care who it is, there are procedures that need to be followed. It has deprived the community of their right to speak ...