Dress for Success was my first choice for the service
learning organization project, and something that appealed to me from the very
beginning. After reading the description of the organization, I was thrilled
that I had an opportunity to volunteer at a place with such an outstanding
focus and interest in women. My interest in the subject of equal job rights and
opportunities for women added to my interest in this organization. This whole
experience was going to so great and empowering; meeting women who were working
their way from the bottom was going to put everything into perspective.
I had no idea what exactly we would be doing during
our time volunteering, but I for sure thought that it would maybe have
something to do with helping clients. I figured we would at least be able to
meet clients.
I assumed that my group would be meeting with all
sorts of women with all sorts of backgrounds. I assumed I would learn about the
processes of helping a person help themselves out of poverty. I assumed I would
hear stories and advice. I assumed I would at least of some contact with the
people using the resources of the organization.
Don’t ever assume.
