American mom who had daughter at 18 helps her reach dream college 18 years later

Against the odds of poverty, Jeanice Perez worked tirelessly to provide her daughter Jordyn with the educational opportunities she never had. Her meticulous savings paved the way for Jordyn's ambitious goal of studying biology at New York University. Jeanice proudly reflects on their strong, nurturing relationship as her most significant achievement, showing that young motherhood can lead to a brilliant future.

By TOI LIFESTYLE DESK