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Haight Street Hope By Jack Shamama Who says the next Mother Teresa can't be young and beautiful? Bridget Prince, 23, proves dedication and compassion come in many forms. Jack: How long have you been in San Francisco? Bridget: Two years. I'm originally from London. Jack: What's your job? Bridget: Outreach worker for homeless youth, Haight Ashbury Outreach Team/Needle Exchange. Jack: How did you start? Bridget: I started volunteering at 16. Jack: How long have you been doing this? Bridget: Since last June. I've been working with homeless youth for the last three to four years. Jack: Do you like it? Bridget: Yes. Jack: What would you rather be doing? Bridget: Nothing whatsoever. I'd rather the job didn't exist. Jack: What if it didn't, in a perfect world, what would you do? Bridget: You mean, like, if we had a revolution? I don't know. Hanging out at the beach. Gardening. I can't really see that happening. Jack: What was your inspiration to go into this career? Bridget: I saw a compelling need in the world, especially with homeless youth. They've really got the short straw. [ San Francisco | MetroActive Central | Archives ]