Green City Force has provided me with an immersion in professional development, communication skills, team building, and most importantly love. I learned to “Always advocate for yourself and don’t conform for nobody.” As an out, Non-Binary Americorps member working with communities that aren’t fully educated about my identity, being yourself can be extremely difficult. The people who I serve, see the resilience, leadership, and compassion I bring by being true to myself.I have been inspired by GCF to continue serving other communities in need. I plan on working with ArtistYear as a Teaching Artist working in public schools in Queens, NY with youth that don’t have access to a well-rounded education. To me, being an Americorps member is not just about serving my country, it’s about continuing to provide support to people at need. I plan to seek out opportunities to lead campaigns, like in my community board, to address the needs of residents.
I would like thank Amelia Kreski, who humanized my challenges and has guided me with pure kindness. Finally, to the women of GCF, as a feminist, I am inspired by the wisdom, and power they hold. The female leadership at Green City Force is a proof to the world, women are more than capable to accomplish anything they set their minds too. I am hopeful the future will bring about great progress because of our diverse representation of women leaders at GCF.
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