As a result, she learned to become self-reliant at an early age.

Though she had a few friends at SWIS, there wasn’t much time for socialisation.

The self-proclaimed ‘‘nerdy-punch in’’ joined the choir for extra-curricular activities.

Master Sgt. Eva Appiah: Meet the Ghanaian-American appointed as Legislative Fellow in the US gov’t

Master Sgt. Eva Appiah: Meet the Ghanaian-American appointed as Legislative Fellow in the US gov’t. Image: U.S. Air ForceSource: UGC

In 1996, her mother announced she was getting married and they moved to America to join her step-father.

She later decided to join the military.

Though she was disappointed, she didnt let it set her back.

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As a first sergeant, Appiah helped implement and lead quarterly enlisted calls.

The fellowship provides hands-on experience through education and development activities consisting of an intensive orientation of Congress.

Appiah raised her hand and informed him that they were only accepting one person as the primary.

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Appiah received a notice that the EDEB had been cancelled, except to convene to decide the Legislative Fellow.

Soon after, she was notified she was a finalist.

Though nervous, she admits that to do bigger things, she must step out of her comfort zone.

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They encouraged the lady by giving her theirs to fix.

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