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Testimonials
Stories of Mercy Connections
The Mercy Connections way is to create space for all to be seen, heard, valued, and connected within a community of people who uplift one another. Each person's experience is unique. Here are a few stories from people in this community.
U.S. Citizenship Participant
Jidapa
Jidapa has been a student at Mercy Connections since 2022, enrolled in the U.S. Citizenship Preparation Tutoring program. After a year and a half of studying, she took and passed the U.S. Citizenship Test in 2024.
Becoming a Leader
Tricia
"I cannot wait to start helping others like they have helped me. Mercy Connections has been such a positive support system in my life and to my sobriety."
Opening doors for entrepreneurs
Marie
"Mercy Connections, to me, was an open door to the Burlington and Vermont community. I want to be an inspiration to those who face difficulties in life. No matter what YOU are going through, you can use your story to inspire others."
New U.S. citizen & graduate
Linda
"Mercy Connections has given a lot of refugees and immigrants the opportunity to pursue their dreams in life."
Mercy Connections taught me to give back
Mark
“It may not be at a fast pace, but I’m inspired to keep moving forward.”