At 17 years old, Cristina has developed into an independent, optimist and spirited young woman. She joined the club at 13 to do something positive with her time while her parents worked. The club helped her raise her grades, learn art and dance, overcome her shyness, mature intellectually and emotionally, and develop leadership skills, which she used to help her community, especially victims of domestic violence and child abuse. Her message to peers: change can happen once you accept yourself as you are.