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Bridges Project helps youths bridge cultures in Maryland
Mary Aladj, a former Channel 26 staffer, mentors Burmese and Haitian youths through the Bridges Project in Gaithersburg. The 70-year-old volunteer and her mentees meet weekly after school, sharing cookies, outings, and conversations to build trust, language skills, and future dreams.
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