Volunteer Profile: Beza Woldemeskel

Beza works as a research associate at a Biotech Company and is a Cambridge mentor.

I've been volunteering with Enroot for the past two years, during which time I have worked with two incredible students who recently immigrated to the US. Bonding with my mentees by sharing my personal experiences and learning of their interesting life stories has been very rewarding. I have also enjoyed supporting them on homework as well as college application and career exploration processes.

What excites me most about volunteering with Enroot is knowing that I am part of a program that has a strong impact in empowering immigrant students. As someone who recently moved to the US, I understand the impact that mentors have, and I am honored to work with a program that values such relationships.

Volunteering at Enroot has been rewarding and it is one of the highlights of my week! It has also allowed me to be more self reflective on my experiences. 

Volunteer Profile: Elizabeth Blanco

Liz Blanco is a program director in the nonprofit sector, a full-time graduate student, and a Cambridge mentor.

I'm in my second year of mentoring with Enroot and have been on the volunteer committee for just under a year.  My mentee and I were paired when she was a freshman. I'm hoping to work with her until she graduates and am really excited to see my her grow through her high school years. I've been able to develop a great relationship with my mentee and have met very interesting people through volunteer activities. It's also been nice to strengthen some soft skills (like intercultural communications) through the various trainings, activities, and events. 

Volunteer Profile: Tom Dworetsky

Tom works as an Economic Development Analyst and is a Somerville tutor.

I just finished my first semester volunteering as a tutor with Enroot, and it's been a great experience. I've worked with two different students so far, and love the sense of community among the students, volunteers, and program staff. It's clear that the support the students receive through the program motivates them to want to succeed in school. This opportunity to play a role in a student's life is extremely rewarding, and they are so grateful for the help. 

I can't recommend Enroot enough! Get involved -- a few hours a week makes a huge difference in a student's life.