30th Anniversary Stories

Angela Marin: 2008 WILD Alumna

"After participating in the WILD program I feel like a stronger woman and improved my leadership skills to help other disabled people. I learned to accept myself as I am and this wonderful experience encouraged me to face all challenges in my life."

Alex Garcia: 2009 I-LEAD Alumnus

"Participating with MIUSA’s project was the biggest moment and achievement of my life. MIUSA showed me that it's possible to dream and we can change our reality."

Estelle Coreris Moore: MIUSA Staff

"MIUSA is a huge part of my life, and I consider the organization and staff a part of family."

Loren Cushing: MIUSA Board Member, Exchange Program Leader and Delegate

"Thanks to Susan Sygall for having vision and a passion to make lives of persons with disabilities all over the world better!"

David Evans: MIUSA Intern, Volunteer, Board Member, Colleague

"MIUSA reaffirmed the possibility of international travel and exchange, and pointed toward the goal of a world that was accessible to all."

Dulamsuren Jigjid: 2008 WILD Alumna

"I wish all of our dreams come true. I am always proud of all the disability people including myself! We can change the World! Loud, Proud, Passionate, and Never Give Up!"

Mark Hansen - Alumn, Board Member, Homestay Family

“Working with MIUSA is a great way to meet people from all kinds of backgrounds, and you develop a real bond with people.”

Mary Lee Turner: MIUSA Board Member, Homestay, Exchange Leader

"I've had numerous opportunities to observe and experience people taking on their lives as if it truly made a difference."

Mariam Mikiashvili: FLEX Program Alumna, 2004-05

"I would like to thank all the MIUSA staff members for providing us with the great opportunities to challenge and change our lives!"

Kim Leval: Board Member, Host Family, Intern/Volunteer

"As a board member, I am much more aware about access issues in transportation, education, workplace, and how to help advance MIUSA's mission and goals."

Nadia Al-Marrakishi: Jordan Exchange Alumna

"MIUSA made ​​me feel like a human being and showed me that I am needed to serve my community."

Marites Racquel Estiller-Corpuz: WILD Alumna

"To MIUSA, I salute your dedication and untiring work for disabled women, transforming us into new people as strong and empowered fearless leaders."

Kathy Nimmer: Russia Exchange Alumna

"Keep up the awesome work of opening opportunities for those of us who never thought international exchanges could be possible."

Heidi von Ravensberg: Board Member

"The incredible energy and enthusiasm of the exchange students always reinforces my faith that our future is in capable hands."

Luu Thi Ahn Loan: WILD 2006 Alumna from Vietnam

"Shared experiences from my MIUSA sisters inspired me to do something for women with disabilities in Vietnam."