Both sides of my family are originally from the Caribbean island of Haiti. Although I have only visited Haiti once the presence of the culture was strong in my household here in New Jersey. A large part of my personal origin is the constant reminder from Haitian parents on the importance of school. Education and working towards success is a key message children of Haitian parents will frequently receive. I believe this part of my parents culture had an impact on my work ethic.
In addition to my family playing a big role on my origins there is also the town that I born and raised, Bloomfield, NJ. As I grew up the town became very diverse with a various ethnic groups mixed together in the school system. This helped me become more culturally sensitive growing up in this kind of setting.
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