Discovering community as a ‘real’ EFM with Tracy Huang

After years of living apart, Tracy Huang joined her partner at a post where she was able to keep her job. Now at a micro-post where she’s not allowed to work, Tracy is discovering life as a “real” EFM for the first time and is thankful for the community she’s found during the journey. GUEST … Continue reading “Discovering community as a ‘real’ EFM with Tracy Huang”

For Seeing My Strengths, A Thank You, from Carla Gray

With 22 years an Eligible Family Member (EFM) Carla Gray has a lot of people to be grateful for. One thing they all have in common? They’ve recognized her strengths and boosted her confidence to try new things. In this episode, she shares a few of those stories. She has paid their support forward by … Continue reading “For Seeing My Strengths, A Thank You, from Carla Gray”

Making space for connection with Sim Khandaker

As a first-time Foreign Service accompanying partner, Sim Khandaker was surprised and saddened when all his new friends PCSed and left post. But he’s since found community through chili cook-offs and game nights. And he’s made connections across continents, including with our very own Lauren Steed. Sim is offering his coaching services to community colleagues … Continue reading “Making space for connection with Sim Khandaker”