Keiwana “Keke” Grant-Floyd with Press Pass NYC

SUMMARY

Keke worked as a Journalism Program Fellow with Press Pass NYC. Press Pass NYC amplifies student voices and inspireS civic leadership through school journalism--specifically by helping schools start and sustain student newspaper programs. There, Keke worked on developing curriculum for and executing a Youth Journalism boot camp to prepare students to assume leadership roles on the school newspaper staff.  

OVERVIEW

• Worked in collaboration with Press Pass’ Director, Student Advisory Committee and partner organizations, to plan and supervise a free student newspaper editor boot camp

• Developed an additional week of boot camp activities onto the existing  "Clarify" youth journalism internship program

• Collaborated with the Student Advisory Committee on project planning and design (creating curriculum and program outline; publicity and outreach)

• Collaborated with the Executive Director on project logistics and strategic partnerships and planning (event scheduling, planning and budgeting)

• Surveyed participants and facilitators for recommendations on programming

IMPACT

Press Pass NYC partners with 23 underserved NYC public schools, Keke worked with 11 youth fellows looking to be leaders of their school newspapers and build better school newspapers.

Ariel Clarke with South Queens Women’s March

SUMMARY

Ariel worked as a Youth Civic Engagement Fellow with South Queens Women’s March. South Queens Women’s March amplifies the voices of South Queens’ diverse women. There, Ariel supported in bringing youth to vote in the citywide participatory budgeting process, The People’s Money. She conducted immersive outreach into schools, street/table canvassing, community partners, and attending community fairs/events. Ariel also worked to execute Rise Up: A Summer Civic Leadership program that supported local youth in developing leadership skills and connecting with their community. 

OVERVIEW

• Co-developed a curriculum for the summer civic leadership program

• Staffed the Summer Civic Leadership program

• Developed evaluation tools and metrics for the Summer Civic Leadership program

• Targeted outreach to 2,000+ youth for participatory budgeting voting process

• Participated in community programs to conduct direct outreach and canvassing and developed metrics to that end 

IMPACT

Ariel reached over 1500+ youth for The People’s Money vote. Additionally in the Rise Up: A Summer Civic Leadership program, 11 - 15 youth participants were impacted by the program.

Zaymira Gaspard with Liberated Success

SUMMARY

Zaymira worked as a Curriculum and Program Management Fellow with Liberated Success. Liberated Success nurtures Black young adults in their transition from high school to careers so they may have a life full of choice and joy. There, Zaymira provided a unique perspective and helped to organize existing and new curricula for expansion to more schools in the fall. This gave additional staff easier access to the curriculum. She also established a framework for ongoing social media content creation and engagement to sustain interest and increase awareness among students and parents about Liberated Success program offerings. Zaymira was offered a full-time role with Liberated Success following her fellowship term, where she now serves as their College and Career Coordinator.

OVERVIEW

• Updated decks with more creativity and culturally relevant images and activities.

• Created social media assets for Instagram and TikTok around our HBCU Tours and SAT program.

• Developed a compelling social media strategy focused on Instagram and TikTok platforms.

• Designed informative and visually appealing social media content to promote the SAT program, HBCU tours, and the organization overall.

• Organized the existing career development workshop curriculum into a centralized location accessible by additional and future staff.

• Prepared the curriculum for seamless expansion to multiple schools in the upcoming fall term, by transferring them to a CRM platform.

IMPACT

Zaymira’s work impacted all Liberated Success youth participants.

Jenna Picciano with Start Lighthouse

SUMMARY

Jenna worked as a Literacy Program Fellow fellow with Start Lighthouse. Start Lighthouse addresses the literacy crisis in the South Bronx with a three-pronged approach to create compelling, rewarding reading experiences for children and families. There, Jenna provided invaluable support to the launch of multiple projects including planning and executing a fundraising gala. 

OVERVIEW

• Supported the Literary Adventures’ program logistics

• Managed Start Lighthouse’s library (conducted research and managed review copies)

• Supported the Executive Director with data collection by distributing and analyzing surveys to gather data about programs

• Secured an event venue, caterer, and silent auction items, pro-bono for the gala 

• Spearheaded the Young Professionals Council (YPC), composed of 14 leaders, to aid in the realization of the fundraiser 

• Developed a communication plan to boost ticket sales through social media posts, celebrity endorsements, and personalized outreach to key stakeholders

• Supporting the launch of the new Literacy Hub

IMPACT

Jenna impacted 900 students through the preparation, creation, and implementation of programming materials and workshops through our Literacy Hubs

Nicole Moncada with Navigate the Maze to Achievement

SUMMARY

Nicole worked as a Program Development Fellow with Navigate the Maze to Achievement. Navigate the Maze to Achievement prepares talented and highly motivated Black and Latino students for the specialized and selective high school admissions process and supports the students academically and socially while in high school. There, Nicole designed a comprehensive curriculum, outlining holistic support resources for students and their families, and collecting data on New York's top gifted and talented middle schools.

OVERVIEW

• Collaborated with the Executive Director

• Designed a program and curriculum for gifted 3rd and 4th graders

• Maximized the in-class experience for students dedicated to developing holistic resources for families,

• Developed extensive literacy program 

IMPACT

Nicole's work directly impacted 180+ youth.

Katie Giovale with South Bronx United

SUMMARY

Katie worked as a Workforce Development Fellow with South Bronx United. SBU strives to promote educational achievement, health and wellness, and character development through activities on and off the soccer field and to unite a diverse group of individuals and an incredibly diverse community toward common positive goals. There, Katie assisted in executing the very first iteration of the Workforce development program. She supported participants throughout the program by communicating program logistics, contributing to individual and group feedback sessions, and providing guidance for program participants as required. Katie was offered a full-time role with SBU following her fellowship term, where she now serves as their College Success Coordinator.

OVERVIEW

• Created a method of tracking completed fellowship coursework (employment skills, customer services, and leadership training).

• Assisted with recruiting qualified candidates by participating in community outreach, coordinating and participating in interviews, compiling applicant documents, and coordinating candidate screenings.

• Supported participants through the job placement process by assisting with interviews, resumes, and accessing technology

• Coordinated the logistics of program-related events 

• Conducted program observations 

IMPACT

Katie worked with 12 participants ages 16-21. This program will continue to grant the same training and experience for future young adults taking on 10-20 new participants every 6-months.