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People rally around woman learning English after man criticizes her – Photo credit: Canva

Community, Joy

People rally around Brazilian woman learning English after her accent is rudely criticized

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Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Family, Modern Families, Motherhood

Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

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