*This number includes both youth directly served by HFL programs and their families, who are forever changed by holistic interventions. This type of programming is deeply personalized to address each family’s particular needs and barriers.
While this approach takes significant time and resources, HFL knows that providing long-term sustainable solutions to a smaller number of individuals (rather than minimal services to more individuals) works. Check out our Stories page to learn more.
Known for its breathtaking scenery, Rwanda is often referred to as “le pays des mille collines” (land of a thousand hills).
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US BOARD MEMBER
Alessandra serves as Chief of Staff for Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers. She has worked on critical issues such as affordable housing, the opioid epidemic, race and social justice, developed and strengthened relationships with communities furthest from opportunity to ensure more diverse perspectives are considered in policy development, played a key role in the response to COVID-19, and led Snohomish County’s refugee resettlement efforts in collaboration with community and non-profit partners.
Alessandra was raised in Snohomish County and resides in Everett. She attended the University of Washington and holds bachelor’s degree in Society, Ethics, and Human Behavior and holds a master’s degree in business administration. Alessandra enjoys biking, exploring trails, traveling, reading, playing with her Shiba Inu, and spending time with her family and friends.
LEARNING TRIP
Want to travel to Rwanda to see the impact you are helping to create while learning about the country, culture, and ethical tourism?
Consider joining us on a Learning Trip! The next Learning Trip is tentatively scheduled for Summer 2021, dependent on COVID-19 travel restrictions.
If interested, email admin@hopeforlife.us.
A NIGHT OF HOPE
Save the date for October 1, 2021 in Seattle!
We currently do not have any volunteer or internship openings. Check back soon for new postings!
Advisor, US Board of Directors
Emily works as a Washington State Auditor and is passionate about social justice, fighting homelessness, and nonprofit finance. In addition to being a CPA, Emily holds a BA in International Development, an MA in Public Administration, and certificates in Accounting and Nonprofit Management. We are grateful for her and the expertise she brings to the organization.
