My name is Dayane. I currently live in Plymouth, Massachusetts, I was born in Curitiba, Brazil. I moved to the US when I was ten years old, and since then, I have had to adapt to a new culture, a new country, and most importantly a new language. Learning English was a great challenge, but it also became one of my greatest accomplishments—it shaped my identity and opened many personal and professional opportunities.
After spending many years in the US, I decided to return to Brazil, where I once again had to readjust this time to my own home country, which I barely remembered. During this period, I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education and worked in international schools, teaching English to children and teenagers from diverse backgrounds. This experience helped me develop strong communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and a deep sense of empathy.
About three years ago, life brought me back to the United States. Since then, I have taken part in volunteer work at vaccination clinics, helping the immigrant community by providing translation and communication support. This experience made me realize how essential language and understanding are to building connection and inclusion.
Today, I feel excited and motivated to pursue a career as an interpreter, to continue improving my skills and to help others communicate and feel understood. I see this new chapter as an important step in my personal and professional journey 🙂
