My name is Cammie Maturin. I am a resident of New Iberia, Louisiana, and a former colleague and friend of Jena and Ali – two of the surviving victims in the tragic Lafayette cinema shooting. As acting president of one of Iberia parish’s local professional organizations for educators, the Iberia Association of Educators, I have set up this account to collect donations to help Ali and Jena defray the costs of any medical expenses that won’t be covered under their insurance. School starts in just two weeks, so funds will also go toward assisting them recoup any wages lost during their recovery absence. The Iberia Association of Educators will collect all donations and divide the funds among the two women. We will be sure to present them with each donor’s name, as well as the amount donated so that they are aware of the love and support pouring in from across the country.

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