Building community through stories
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We have more in common with one another than the perceived labels that sometimes divide us.
What can you learn from hearing another person's story? |
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We hope to share the beautiful diversity of our Provo community through Portraits of Provo. These short videos highlight the experiences of our neighbors, community leaders, and friends. We hope their stories will inspire you to find ways to more deeply understand the experiences of others and to help create a more connected and inclusive Provo community.
Spotlight
Robyn Hutchison
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Robyn grew up in Provo and returned in 2013 with her family after spending 10 years in various parts of the US. Shortly after moving back to Provo, she lost her father, Leland Gamette, in an auto accident and then her daughter, Liesl, to SUDC, 18 months later.
Robyn and her husband, Matt, live in the west part of Provo with their 4 boys. Liesl would have turned 7 years old this year. What do you learn from Robyn’s experiences with loss and healing about the importance of remembering loved ones and reaching out to those in our community who are grieving? |
Thanks to Channel 17 for making these videos possible!
Looking at some of our past spotlights... |
Dean Anderson
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Dean Anderson is a therapist in private practice and also a program manager at Wasatch Mental Health, where he has created a program that aims to create lasting change for those who have been affected by domestic violence.
Dean has lost his vision, but not his determination or joy for life. What does his story teach you about compassion? How can we better build community around us? |
Leonard Bagalwa
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Leonard is a husband, father, refugee, and graduate student. He is the Executive Director of Utah Valley Refugees, which he founded to help families and individuals relocate to Utah County and become self-reliant in their new community.
Leonard is passionate about the importance of community. What does his story teach you about building community in your own life? |
Nadia Cates
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Nadia is a wife and mother of six children. The daughter of immigrant parents, she grew up in California but has lived in Provo for about 15 years.
Nadia has recently enjoyed connecting with her Mexican heritage. She is the founder of the non-profit Ella Rises, which helps Latina young women relate to their roots through art. How can Nadia's story help you in your efforts to improve kindness? |
Camlyn Giddins
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Camlyn Giddins teaches theater and art at a local school, loves to entertain, and enjoys connecting with people. After doing an internship in Washington, D.C., Camlyn was drawn back to Provo and is currently the Community Engagement Coordinator at Encircle.
What do you learn from Camlyn's ideas about creating welcoming spaces, belonging, and celebrating diversity? |
Brian Yazzie
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Brian Yazzie is a husband, father, sports fan, and Provo resident. He currently works as the Diversity and Equity Coordinator for Provo City School District and previously worked for the Boys and Girls Club at a national level.
Get to know Brian, what he thinks makes Provo special, and his ideas on seeing one another as brothers and sisters. |