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María Trusa?
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I have always been proud of my Latin roots and in the quest to share a little of my personal history with those less favored, in 2015, I made the decision to join Gina Cappelli in the transformation of Formé, a medical center that provides quality health services and dignified treatment for the vulnerable Hispanic community, especially those undocumented or with indefinite immigration status who are unable to have social security.
I am a faithful believer that we must overcome ourselves to leave a legacy that impacts future generations. For this reason, in 2019, at the age of 55, I ran the New York Marathon, to show that there are no limits to achieving your goals.
After telling my story for the first time in the documentary, “Triumph of the Entrepreneurial Spirit”, I understood that there are millions of people around the world with stories of triumph who must tell their story, so that together we can be the voices that end the silent pandemic that is sexual abuse.
For this reason, in 2020, I decided to write my first book #YoDigoNoMas. This later turned into a movement that aims to be the main support platform in the healing process of sexual abuse survivors.
My journey with the movement has led me to participate in countless interviews, talks and events, in which with my story, and that of hundreds of people who have trusted me, I give a message of encouragement to those who still do not dare to take the first step on the road to healing. In the year 2021 and with the support of different organizations, I brought the movement to the screens with the Talk Show “#YoDigoNoMas”, a season full of emotions and a lot of truth.
I am currently working hand in hand with a great team and my 3 children, of course, on the second season of our Yodigonomas talk show. Through the show, we aim to empower survivors and the community, to transform pain into the energy necessary to achieve success. Success in all areas of your life. Personal, emotional, professional and financial.
Timeline
The story of my life
4th March Against Child Sexual Abuse: “Breaking the Silence”
The Yo Digo No Más movement organizes the 4th march against child sexual abuse, under the slogan “Breaking the Silence Against Sexual Abuse”, bringing together families, communities, and leaders to raise their voices and protect children.
Launch of #YoDigoNoMás in the Dominican Republic
Presents her book in her homeland, solidifying her message of global transformation and empowerment.
International Recognitions
Honored with the Legacy Award by RAINN. Receives the Latina Style Executive of the Year Award. Nominated among People en Español’s 25 Most Powerful Women. Recognized by Goya Cares and other institutions.
IronMan and Recognitions
Completes the IronMan 70.3 in Georgia at the age of 57.
Speaks at social impact events and continues to promote her movement.
Movement Expansion and Talk Show
Launches the first season of the #YoDigoNoMás Talk Show, broadcast from Times Square.
Becomes a leading voice and advocate against child sexual abuse.
Birth of the #YoDigoNoMás Movement
Publishes her autobiographical book #YoDigoNoMás, sharing her experience of abuse and her path to healing.
Creates the Yo Digo No Más movement, later formalized as a nonprofit organization.
Receives the Latin Business Spirit Award for her social impact.
For the first time, Maria tells her story in the documentary Trauma to Triumph: The Rise of the Entrepreneur.
New York City Marathon
Runs the New York City Marathon alongside her children, symbolizing resilience and overcoming adversity.
Founder of Formé Medical Center
Joins Gina Cappelli to open Formé Medical Center, offering dignified and affordable healthcare to the undocumented Latino community.
Professional Rise
Becomes Executive Director of Scarsdale Medical Group.
Leads the transformation of the medical center, turning it into a multimillion-dollar company with over 200 employees.
Migration to the United States
At age 15, she emigrates to the U.S. with her mother.
She learns English and begins working as a medical assistant at Scarsdale Medical Group.
Childhood in the Dominican Republic
Born into poverty.
At age 9, she experiences sexual abuse, an event that would deeply impact her life.
4th March Against Child Sexual Abuse: “Breaking the Silence”
The Yo Digo No Más movement organizes the 4th march against child sexual abuse, under the slogan “Breaking the Silence Against Sexual Abuse”, bringing together families, communities, and leaders to raise their voices and protect children.
Launch of #YoDigoNoMás in the Dominican Republic
Presents her book in her homeland, solidifying her message of global transformation and empowerment.
International Recognitions
Honored with the Legacy Award by RAINN. Receives the Latina Style Executive of the Year Award. Nominated among People en Español’s 25 Most Powerful Women. Recognized by Goya Cares and other institutions.
IronMan and Recognitions
Completes the IronMan 70.3 in Georgia at the age of 57.
Speaks at social impact events and continues to promote her movement.
Movement Expansion and Talk Show
Launches the first season of the #YoDigoNoMás Talk Show, broadcast from Times Square.
Becomes a leading voice and advocate against child sexual abuse.
Birth of the #YoDigoNoMás Movement
Publishes her autobiographical book #YoDigoNoMás, sharing her experience of abuse and her path to healing.
Creates the Yo Digo No Más movement, later formalized as a nonprofit organization.
Receives the Latin Business Spirit Award for her social impact.
For the first time, Maria tells her story in the documentary Trauma to Triumph: The Rise of the Entrepreneur.
New York City Marathon
Runs the New York City Marathon alongside her children, symbolizing resilience and overcoming adversity.
Founder of Formé Medical Center
Joins Gina Cappelli to open Formé Medical Center, offering dignified and affordable healthcare to the undocumented Latino community.
Professional Rise
Becomes Executive Director of Scarsdale Medical Group.
Leads the transformation of the medical center, turning it into a multimillion-dollar company with over 200 employees.
Migration to the United States
At age 15, she emigrates to the U.S. with her mother.
She learns English and begins working as a medical assistant at Scarsdale Medical Group.
Childhood in the Dominican Republic
Born into poverty.
At age 9, she experiences sexual abuse, an event that would deeply impact her life.
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