As an Advancing Afterschool Fellow with the Alaska Afterschool Network, a program of Alaska Children’s Trust, my journey has been one of advocacy, collaboration, and learning. I’ve had the opportunity to wear multiple hats within the Network, from supporting advocacy efforts to engaging communities and expanding access to quality afterschool programming.

Alaska's indomitable afterschool and summer learning educators are our heroes without the capes! These superheroes go the distance to support, nurture, and grow the young people of their communities. These educators build and support relationships through kindness and passion, inspire learning, and uplift the young people and the community in which they serve.   

My experiences working directly with youth have allowed me to see what challenges our youth face and what changes need to be made in our community so that we can best serve them and set them up for success. I believe that children and families of all backgrounds should be equipped with the tools and resources that will help them thrive and lead happy, healthy lives.

INTRODUCING THE 2024 SPRING AMERICORPS STEM COACHES!

Interested in or planning on advocating for kids with your nonprofit organization this legislative session and beyond? Learn the thorough ins and outs of advocacy versus lobbying and what to look out for in our training in conjunction with Bolder Advocacy and the Foraker Group.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.

It all begins with an idea.