Pamela Paredes embraced the role of a lifelong learner at the 2023 Region 8 Congress in Winston-Salem, NC, where coaching with empathy took center stage. As both an FIG Brevet Judge and elite coach, she immersed herself in workshops focused on athlete development, mental resilience, and progressive skill training. Her participation reinforced her philosophy: "Education never ends—great coaches stay students first." Pamela’s engagement with peers highlighted her dedication to evolving coaching methods that prioritize gymnasts’ holistic growth.