The first steps are the hardest…

If there’s one thing I can say with absolute certainty, it’s that building a modular training program like Through Their Eyes is not something that happens overnight. It’s not as simple as feeding ideas into AI and expecting a fully developed program to emerge. This work takes time, patience, and a lot of heart.

Creating an effective program means carefully crafting the outline, developing a meaningful storyboard, securing experts who bring knowledge and lived experience, and making sure every module is engaging, informative, and impactful. It’s a long process, but one that is absolutely worth it. While we recognize the challenges ahead, we are still on track to meet our ambitious goals this year.

There's no time to waste

One of our first major milestones was securing the Through Their Eyes website and officially registering Room To Care LLC, a new company dedicated to developing educational content that inspires real change. Our mission remains focused on creating training programs that not only inform but also motivate people worldwide to take action in their communities.

We are also excited to announce the return of some incredible experts who played key roles in past projects. Rebecca Bender, Bianca Davis, and Sean Walker (who many may recognize from our work on The Room Next Door training program for Motel 6) are officially back on board. Behind the scenes, we are grateful for the expertise and dedication of Farah Bhayani, Sandy Fulton, Kim Barber, and our newest compassionate expert, Ben Velani, who leads EchoEco at Echo360. Their combined experience and passion are shaping Through Their Eyes into something truly special.

Our biggest challenge yet

While we are still searching for additional experts to fill key positions, we are moving forward with one of the biggest challenges ahead: securing funding. We always knew this would be difficult, but recent shifts in financial support from the U.S. government have made securing grants even more complex. Despite these hurdles, this is a challenge worth taking on. We are working closely with individuals who specialize in navigating the grant process and are determined to secure the resources needed to bring this program to life.

There is still a long way to go, but each milestone brings us closer to making Through Their Eyes a reality. We are building something we believe will make a lasting impact, and we cannot wait to share more as we move forward.

To everyone following along, thank you. Your support means everything. Stay tuned for more updates, and let’s keep pushing forward together.