Mynhan is a passionate advocate for social justice, civic engagement, and intercultural exchange. Her leadership style is characterized by positivity, empathy, inclusivity, and perpetual curiosity. Throughout her career, Mynhan has made significant impacts in both the private and public sectors through her extensive experience in global community engagement and team building. In 2021, through a highly […]
Shani is a policy professional, DEI leader, and educator with experience working in strategic planning, international education admissions, homelessness policy, and organizational change, in both public and private sectors. Currently, Shani works as DEI & Outreach Lead for The Aerospace Engineering Program at the University of Michigan. Ms. Campbell aspires to serve as a leader […]
During her career, Sasha has consistently pushed for more inclusive, equitable, and comprehensive services for the children and families served by the organizations she has worked with. Sasha has held a broad spectrum of leadership positions within the field of ECE, across the U.S. and abroad, creating and fortifying ECE programs in clinics, schools, museums, […]
Sabiel is passionate about Policy, Law, and Social Justice and has spent his professional and educational career within the intersection of each. Before his selection, He was employed by the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission, where he supported the Commission’s regulatory review and promulgation process, provided legal support, including conducting research and organizing materials, as needed […]
Robert Parsons is a dynamic advocate passionate about empowering others, building coalitions, and improving equity. Most recently, Robert served as the federal policy specialist for Youth Villages, managing a diverse portfolio of child welfare policy topics. In this role, he launched the organization’s first youth advisory council to center the voices and expertise of those […]
Rebecca Kwakye is a dedicated public servant who is focused on ensuring that the Commonwealth of Massachusetts’ Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) creates and maintains equitable access to the regulated medical and adult-use of cannabis. She contributed and presented on the Commissions’ updated “Guidance on Diversity Plans” which provide guidance to applicants and licensees on how […]
Ranjan Shakya is an immigrant from Kathmandu, Nepal dedicated to serving BIPOC communities. Prior to his selection as a National Urban Fellows program, Ranjan worked as a Program Associate at Empire Health Foundation in Spokane, WA from 2020 – 2023. In this role he worked with Native behavioral health and cultural practitioners in the development […]
Mysiki Valentine is a highly accomplished educational professional and community activist with a longstanding dedication to promoting equity and empowering marginalized communities. As a native of Washington, D.C., he has spent years working tirelessly to create safe and inclusive spaces for children, advocate for social justice, and promote grassroots organizing. At Allen University, Mysiki demonstrated […]
Michelle is a Peruvian-American mid-career, hands-on public manager passionate about working at the nexus of politics and policy – with the ultimate goal of getting things done in government to improve people’s lives. Prior to becoming a National Urban Fellow, she served as a Political Appointee for the Biden-Harris White House from the U.S. Environmental […]
Prior to his selection as a National Urban Fellow, Mr. Haynes served as the Advancement Coordinator at Liberty Hill Foundation. In this position, Jordan collaborated with key advancement team stakeholders to support Liberty Hill’s fundraising efforts and donor services. Responsibilities included preparing reports, correspondence and other related documents for donors. He also led the process […]