Loise Githiga
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Upon arriving in Canada in December 2011, Loise Githiga brought only a dream, a prayer, and a strong belief in her abilities.
Many warned Githiga of the challenges that awaited her in Canada, including harsh winters, menial employment opportunities, and potential racial discrimination. However, she remained undeterred, choosing to internalize these warnings with grace while maintaining her resolve. Githiga now reflects on this period with gratitude, acknowledging that much of the discouragement she faced stemmed from others' limited perspectives or projections of their own setbacks.
Today, Githiga has not only achieved personal success but also dedicated herself to assisting other Kenyans in their Canadian immigration pursuits. She encourages others by asserting that if she can overcome the obstacles, so can they. Upon her arrival in Canada, Githiga confronted numerous challenges, including cultural adaptation, securing employment, and acclimating to the cold climate. Undaunted, she took on various jobs while simultaneously pursuing further education and professional certifications.
Her perseverance eventually led to her becoming a licensed Canadian Immigration Consultant, a role that has not only provided her with a stable career but also allowed her to guide other immigrants through the complex immigration process. Githiga actively engages with the Kenyan diaspora community in Canada, organizing educational workshops and seminars for newcomers. These events cover a wide range of topics, from job-seeking strategies to coping with homesickness, earning her recognition and respect within the community.
Githiga attributes much of her success to the guidance and encouragement she received from mentors and friends along her journey. She emphasizes the crucial role of a strong support system and the value of surrounding oneself with individuals who believe in one's potential. Furthermore, Githiga highlights that despite the country's reputation for inclusivity, many newcomers struggle with issues such as underemployment, discrimination, and cultural adjustment. Her success story serves as a reminder that these obstacles can be overcome with determination and support.
@Mwakilishi, you have lost a good chunk of your faithful readers because of bombarding them with these boring stories. Everyone in the Diaspora has got his or her own unique story of how we emigrated and settled abroad. No one's story is greater than another's, because we all eventually found our footing, and settled down. It is boring to open a link, only to see a story which I know, from experience, better than the back of my hand. If you want to write about people in the diaspora, I would have loved to read about the recent meeting of artists Samidoh and Ngugi wa Thiong'o in Atlanta, Georgia in Mwakilishi.