By Hannah Casey, VA Middle School Program Coordinator Photos Courtesy of Hannah Casey AALEAD Virginia’s Spring Programs kicked off in late January bringing energy, excitement, and good vibes. After a joint high school and middle school Kick-Off session featuring team building and online games, middle school youth were able to enjoy an exclusive middle-school-only virtual […]
Learn MoreBy Natie Hara, DC High School Program Coordinator Photos Courtesy of AALEAD Youth AALEAD youth define what AALEAD means to them! “What does AALEAD mean to you?” Paying homage to the history of DC AALEAD programs, we are building on the successes of our past and reflecting on this question by asking “What have you […]
Learn MoreBy: Grace, Tony, Vy, Mylieni, and Kairi, Maryland Youth Council Members Photos Courtesy of Maryland Youth Council & MD Community Advocacy Intern This year, AALEAD youth continue to creatively hone their leadership skills during virtual programs. Maryland Youth Council leaders reflect on their experiences planning and facilitating MD Day for their program peers! MD Day […]
Learn MoreHello everyone! My name is Kaeli Patchen, and I am thrilled to be the new DC Middle School and Peer Mentorship Program Coordinator for AALEAD! Although it’s a strange time to be starting this new position, I am so excited to continue my journey as an educator and activist. I first got into social justice […]
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