Taking Action for Better Futures
In 2015, Emina established “Walking in Your Shoes,” a fund-raising walk to create awareness and provide financial support for children in Bosnia. Emina’s passion and resilience has inspired others in Waukesha County to get involved. In the past three years, the walk has raised more than $7,000 to support eight school boys and girls in Kamenica, Bosnia. The funds provide children the necessary transportation for school. Funds also provide the children with daily meals.
In the summer of 2017, Emina traveled to Bosnia to visit the children and deliver the funds.
“There is always work to be done,” Emina said. “To be able to go back and keep in contact with these children helps them understand that people half way around the world care about them and support their education. I will continue to show my support and raise awareness for education equality. It means so much to these children to know people believe in them.”
Determined to Shatter Glass Ceilings
Now a senior at Carroll University in Waukesha, Emina’s dream is to become a pediatrician and open a clinic in Bosnia. She plans to begin medical school in the fall of 2018. Emina is determined to make a difference and be an advocate for change.
“Stand up for what you believe in,” Emina said. “Stand up for the women who cannot speak for themselves. Teach our young girls they should not worry about fitting into the glass slipper; instead they should strive toward shattering the glass ceiling. YOU are so wonderful and worthy. Embrace all that you have to offer this world.”
