LUBBOCK, Texas— While studying at Texas Tech University, Seejay Okafor sought out meaningful volunteer opportunities and found his place at Lubbock Impact.
After taking on the Co-Coordinator role at Lubbock Impact, he discovered through volunteering how to enhance his skills, grow professionally and reaffirm his lifelong calling.
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Okafor worked in the eye clinic, helping patients gain access to something many of us take for granted: the ability to see clearly. “Before Lubbock Impact, I knew I wanted to help people,” Okafor said. “But working there, especially with patients who are rebuilding their lives, really confirmed that this is the work I want to do.”
Okafor met patients from diverse backgrounds, many of whom were working through financial, physical, or emotional hardship. “Patients would share how they couldn’t see well but still had to work just to survive” he recalled. “We’d tell them, ‘We’ll get you glasses.’ Seeing how much it helped really meant a lot to me.”
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Through this role, Okafor didn’t just help patients access vision care he brought dignity and compassion to every interaction. “Having a welcoming, positive approach is so important,” he said. “I learned how to meet people where they’re at and how to truly listen…