March 2023
"Nothing is predestined. The obstacles of your past can become the gateways that lead to new beginnings"
As we close out Women's Month in March, it is important to remember that nothing in life is predetermined. Women have faced numerous obstacles in the past, including societal prejudices and gender-based discrimination. However, these challenges can serve as gateways to new beginnings. Through perseverance, determination, and a refusal to give up, women have shattered glass ceilings and paved the way for future generations. By embracing the values of Women's Month, including empowerment, equality, and leadership, women can continue to overcome obstacles and create a brighter future for themselves and others. So let us remember that the obstacles of the past do not define our future, and that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.
~ Aladdin Roque-Dangaran
President of the Kiwanis Club of Pearl Harbor