Mrs. USA, Mandy Anderson, Part 1: Overcoming anxiety to help refugees

Mandy Anderson is a mother, a wife, and a photographer with great talent and great anxiety. So when she was asked to participate in The Woman of the Universe pageant as Mrs. USA, she did not jump at the invitation. Soon after, however, she realized how the platform could help her spread awareness about causes she cares about, including welcoming refugees. Now, as Mrs. USA 2023-2024, not only does she advocate for refugees with The Welcome Corps and Utah Valley Refugees, but she has also had the opportunity to discuss her own mental health struggles. In this first part of a two-part series, Mandy shares how seeking compassion for ourselves and others can make a world of difference.

Mandy Anderson was hesitant when invited to participate in the Woman of the Universe  pageant as Mrs. USA 

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