Jinath Tasnim is a 1.5 generation Bangali-American, educator, community builder, social movement dreamer, and nonprofit swiss army knife. Proudly raised in an immigrant hub of North Texas, Jinath has spent this past decade building lasting relationships and weaving resilient communities in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. Most recently, she served as the Community-Engaged Learning Coordinator […]
Giancarla Rojas is an indigenous Quechua scholar from Bolivia. She immigrated to the U.S. over a decade ago. Giancarla’s experience as a formerly undocumented activist helped her build her determination, confidence, and commitment to serve her community. In 2014 she became the first undocumented student to be accepted at Radford University with a full scholarship […]
Elise Bo Ciacci is a committed nonprofit professional with over a decade of experience in the international and higher education sectors. Prior to her selection as a National Urban Fellow, Elise worked at the Institute of International Education (IIE) from 2014 to 2023, where she devoted her time to supporting scholars and artists from around […]
Edidiong Obot is a proud first generation Nigerian–American with strong cultural ties that impact her community and influences cultural awareness. Prior to her selection, Ms. Edidiong Obot served as a Community Affairs and Advocacy Specialist for Harris County Precinct One where she utilized her training and experience to organize around various community issues and policies […]
Diana Washington is a former educator who has creatively balanced her political aspirations with her purpose-driven career as a teacher. She was selected as a Teach For America Corps Member, placed in Miami to teach high school math, and served in multiple roles within Miami-Dade County Public Schools. She developed skills in instructional delivery and […]
De’Zhon Grace is an offspring of Oakland California’s unique culture. He stands on the shoulders of the Black Panther Party and an extensive line of great advocates and hustlers. He was raised by amazing Black women and men who remained persistent despite the systemic odds they faced and this experience defined his perspective as a […]
Driven by his passion for educational equity as a first-generation college graduate, Anthony began his career in social justice as a Teach for America elementary school teacher in Paterson, New Jersey. In that role, Anthony was focused on both providing his students with a high-quality education as well as helping them develop positive images of […]
Anthony Rubio is an asset-based community development organizer, human rights advocate, and queer community leader. They served as the California Immigrant Policy Center’s Senior Development Associate for five years prior to becoming a National Urban Fellow. While at CIPC, Anthony supported executive leadership in managing a five million diversified fundraising portfolio with multiple statewide investments […]