Real Life Stories with Real Life Leaders Ep.5 - Ama
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In this episode, we meet Ama, a remarkable 16-year-old pursuing a health-sciences degree. Originally from Ghana, Ama shares her journey to Canada, highlighting the challenges she faced growing up, and her desire to make a difference in healthcare. Ama's childhood experiences with frequent illnesses and hospital stays served as a driving force behind her aspiration to become a doctor, particularly one who could help children in need.
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