On the beautiful island of the Dominican Republic, where I was born, a Tia (Auntie) is a reliable and trusted part of the “village” that is very much needed to raise a child. From the moment my Tias heard the news of my arrival, they rushed to not only welcome me, but help provide critical resources and support to my parents. I try to embody this ideal through my work and bring the “it takes a village” mentality to every family I join.