Survivor to Thriver

D'mario Sowah shares his personal story of overcoming adversity: As a young child, D'mario was kidnapped and forced to be a child soldier in Africa. He was eventually rescued and then moved to NY to live with his mother who later died from a tragic car accident. D'mario is now a successful owner of Strong Fitness gym in West Hartford, Connecticut and is a well-renowned trainer--training celebrities such as Stephen A. Smith (ESPN personality), Diane Smith (co-author of the best selling book "Obsessed: America's Food Addiction--And My Own"), and Joe Furey (meteorologist from Fox CT).

Lt. Shachar talks about his experience as the first openly transgender member of the Israeli Defense Force.

Tara Frey talks about her medical condition, arthrogryposis, and adjusting to her new prosthetic after having her leg amputated.

A panel of homeless people from Connecticut share their experiences at an event at the University of St. Joseph to raise awareness about homelessness. Also on the agenda is a representative from United Way who talks about programs they have to help those in need and a vigil to honor the victims of crimes against the homeless.

Cameron Knox, Bowie State basketball player/coach, shares his personal experience of growing up in Baltimore. 2015 interview. Survivor to Thriver is a series of interviews with people sharing their personal stories of overcoming various struggles to become successful individuals.