Megan Hakes
One Collective — XG9C+89 Chorente, Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Hello!
I am a missionary working with One Collective in the northern city of Santiago de Compostela, Spain!
As the Director of Voces Mujeres (Women's Voices), I organize and lead women's support groups for women.
I conduct discussions and workshops such as soap-making classes to build community and relationships. One Collective highly values relationships as a priority and stepping stone to help others and share Jesus's love with them. This allows me to better provide and connect the women to physical, mental, and spiritual resources. The workshops are also taught by the women participating. They're able to share their passion for art and baking. Whether participating or leading, Voces Mujeres creates a space for women to build their self worth. We bridge Christian women seeking Christ-centered community in a post-Christian Nation with women in the community that do not yet know Christ.
I am continuing to network to connect with more non-profits to expand the program's resources. The main goal is to empower and encourage the women in a setting where Jesus is shared through loving, serving, and being a vessel to represent Christ.
I also tend to other needs of those in the city by teaching English to immigrant women and making farmer's baskets through a One Collective project that supports local farmers while providing affordable, fresh produce to locals and marginalized populations (Gypsy/Romani population).
What Led to This
In 2022, my life flipped upside down. This is where I really found Jesus as my Savior. After fully accepting Christ, my passion to live actively as a disciple and surrender grew stronger.
When my life changed, it led me to move to and work in Omaha, Nebraska where I worked on the Refugee Resettlement Team for Lutheran Family Services. There I helped refugees and Cuban Paroles become self-sufficient in the United States while facing countless obstacles and trauma. This solidified my heart for working in multicultural settings while helping people transition and become self-sufficient.
I am grateful to have this opportunity in Spain that combines my skills and passion for Christ!
