Loic Youth reflects on his journey from Cameroon to the United States, where he attended Manchester University in Indiana. He discusses the cultural and personal transformations he underwent, including changing his hairstyle and working on his accent. Youth addresses the stereotypes and ignorance he encountered about Africa, sharing anecdotes about the questions he's been asked and the assumptions made about him. He emphasizes the importance of challenging these stereotypes and has taken opportunities to educate others about his home continent. Despite some experiences of racial tension, Youth has also found moments of connection and understanding, particularly in more diverse cities. He concludes by inviting readers to share their thoughts on stereotypes.

Haiti, one of the poorest countries in the world, continues to face challenges following the devastating 2010 earthquake that resulted in hundreds of thousands of deaths and left over a million people homeless. A recent graduate from Tennessee has been moved by Haiti's situation and is working towards making the country self-sustainable.