Ochichi House by Ashley Jackson https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu Please introduce yourself! Include your name, a little bit about yourself, and your response to the question: who is a leader that you respect or admire? Why? Click on the "plus" sign to post your answer :) en-us 2017-02-27 17:15:38 UTC 2023-06-22 11:28:37 UTC hello@padlet.com Hayley Boling https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158483987 Senior at Duke University
From Winston-Salem, NC 
Studying Public Policy & Political Science with a minor in Education
Leader: Esther, from the bible
I always found her very inspirational because she used what she had at her disposal, and without causing an uproar, fought for her people and what was right, despite great odds and in the face of horrible consequences (death). I think she is extremely brave, and was a great example for others. ]]> 2017-03-07 19:59:27 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158483987 Ashley Jackson ashley_jackson2 https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158491722 Hey yall! My name is Ashley Jackson and I lead our programming team here in the NCPT region. I am originally from Louisville, KY (woot woot!) but have called NC home for the past 6 years. I got engaged last fall and I’m getting married (ahh!) in late September of this year. 

 A leader that I respect and admire is Michelle Obama. Michelle is a BOSS and continues to show up for underrepresented communities. Michelle is an inspiration to myself and black girls everywhere, reminding us that the sky is the limit. She is classy, intelligent and for the people. 

]]> 2017-03-07 20:25:29 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158491722 Rachel Wells https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158502553 Hey there! My name is Rachel Wells and I lead our development team in the NCPT region. I'm originally from Winston-Salem, so the PT is my home and it is truly humbling to do this work here. I have two mischievous dogs, love to cook, and am due with my first baby on March 18 (so may or may not get to "meet" you all on this call!). 

A leader that I truly admire is my principal from my first two years in teaching. He was (and is) a bold visionary and strove for excellence in everything he did - for our students, our teachers, and our school community. He was a true "multiplier" and challenged others around him to unlock their own strengths, catch their blindspots, to think innovatively/take risks, and to find joy in everything. I believe great leaders not only grow themselves, but also foster growth in others - he made this a priority. ]]> 2017-03-07 21:04:58 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158502553 Victoria Samsel https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158502812 Hey guys! My name is Victoria and I am originally from Boston.  I am currently a senior at Temple University in Philadelphia as a criminal justice major. I can't wait to join the team and see what NC has to offer!

A leader that I admire is one of my mentors growing up who later became my supervisor. I admire and respect Alice because she instilled confidence in all of the girls she mentored, including me, and coached me to take the next steps to be a leader. Alice is the definition of a Feminist, as she strived to empower girls from a young age to have healthy self esteem and a sense of self. She always taught my peers and I to reach our potential no matter the obstacles we would face. ]]> 2017-03-07 21:06:17 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158502812 Kirstyn Miner https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158522580 Hello!! My name is Kirstyn Miner, I am a senior, Social Work student at North Carolina A&T State University. I am from Los Angeles California. I have two sisters, two dogs, 3 nephews, and one beautiful niece.

A Leader that I admire is definitely my mother. She overcame so many obstacles including being a single mother of two daughters by the age of 20 and losing her mother (my grandmother) to cancer soon after. She is the strongest woman that I know. She is a minister at Cross Word Christian church in Moreno Valley California. She put two children through college with the help of my stepfather. She just launched a new ministry called Transformed By Love ministries. She has a nonprofit supporting college students called Smiles for Students. And 
 she most recently began writing her first book! She is the epitome of a Super Woman, and I am so thankful to be able to call her my mother. ]]> 2017-03-07 23:04:18 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/158522580 Kayli Reyna reynaks https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/160069858 Hello Everyone, My name is Kayli Reyna. I am a senior at Guilford college. I a majoring in Political Science and minoring in Japanese. I was born and raised in Liberty N.C. I am excited to meet everyone throughout the TFA experience. 

A leader I respect the most is Maia Dery. Maia is a professor here at Guilford college. She is one individual that has guided not only myself but others to do their best in life. Maia goes out of her way to teach her students how to think out of the box and how to let one's one light shine in this world. I respect her for her ability to push people and her ability to be a true leader. I hope to be able to push my students as she does her's.]]> 2017-03-14 18:14:06 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/160069858 Mona Zahir https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/160124204
Hi everyone! My name is Mona Zahir, I am a senior political science major, sociology minor from Charlotte, NC. I attend Winston-Salem State University (Go Rams!!) where I currently am the Student Body President as well as Miss Black and Gold for the undergraduate for Alpha Phi Alpha Frat. Inc. I am a first generation American with two siblings. My parents come from Ethiopia and Sudan, planting a deep passion for travel and exploring other cultures! 

A leader that I respect is my mentor and professor, Dr. Larry Little. He is one of the founding members of the Black Panther Party Chapter in Winston-Salem, N.C.. Dr. Little has always committed to the healing and uplifting of our community and confronted very dangerous situations for the good of others such as the first self-service ambulance program in the city. Not only courageous, Dr. Little is strong in his convictions and ran for public office while practicing law to free wrongful convictions such as Darryl Hunt. Dr. Little inspires me to always stay true to myself, serve selflessly, and know that without struggle there is no progress! ]]> 2017-03-14 22:47:34 UTC https://padlet.com/ashley_jackson2/qnnlzzoznwwu/wish/160124204