Silvia and her family’s journey with MIAMI IS KIND has always been deeply personal. After relocating to Miami to provide better opportunities for her son, Marc, who is on the autism spectrum, Silvia founded MIAMI IS KIND to create job opportunities for individuals with Autism & Abilities. Marc, now a young adult, still delights in walks, dancing to Michael Jackson, and listening to music while driving around Miami. With the support of countless kind people in the community, Marc has found his place, and Silvia remains profoundly grateful to this city and country for their kindness.

However, life brought changes. In 2019, Silvia’s husband was relocated to San Diego, CA, necessitating a family move. Although brave volunteers continued the MIAMI IS KIND Program, the absence of Silvia’s leadership made it challenging to sustain. The Covid-19 pandemic further impacted the program, leading to its temporary shutdown.