We’re thrilled to introduce you all to Jeff Cantin. Jeff is a Major at the Atlanta Police Department, as well as a dedicated volunteer, and member of our Civic Leadership Program. After graduating from high school, he started working in public service, doing various events. This summer will make 30 years of his commitment to public service!
Meet Nastassja Cockrell, a fellow in our Civic Leadership Program whose passion has always been protecting the most vulnerable populations. She actively volunteers with Grl Give, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Atlanta. In addition to volunteering she serves as the Vice President of the Sugarloaf Chapter of Grls ATL.
Meet Edgar-Keiron, a multifaceted professional dedicated to service in Atlanta. His background encompasses teaching, leadership, consulting and more! This made him well-prepared to contribute significantly to our Civic Leadership Program, serving with our Discovery Program. His knowledge, ambition, empathy, and optimism radiate through and showcase the amazing volunteer he is!
Meet Crystal Mccorkle, a young professional dedicated to empowering others and serving her community. She is a creative, zealous, and fun-loving volunteer, a fellow in our Civic Leadership Program, and a Client Service Consultant.
Shameka Fahie is an avid volunteer and a Civic Leadership Program fellow. She has volunteered with variety of organizations including Junior League of DeKalb County (JLD), Boys & Girls Club, United Way of Greater Atlanta, and more. She is currently serving as the Vice President of the Finance & Operations Council on the Board of Directors at Junior League of DeKalb County. Along with volunteering, Shameka is the Senior Contracts & Grants Manager at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Get to know Shameka and how her volunteering journey is giving back to the community in numerous ways!
On Tuesday, June 14 at the Wild Heaven West End Brewery and Gardens 19 Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellows, completed their commitment to making Atlanta more engaged and equitable with a graduation ceremony. Now Civic Leaders, these outstanding changemakers have developed the leadership skills to take their service and careers to the next level!
The Hands On Atlanta Civic Leadership Program, powered by Constellation, welcomes the largest class in program history to tackle Atlanta’s most pressing needs! The 21 members of the 2022 class of Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellows represent diverse backgrounds and industries including education, entrepreneurs, engineering, law enforcement, marketing, technology, and more!
Hands On Atlanta is thrilled to announce the 11th Class of Civic Fellows! 28 dynamic changemakers were recently accepted into our Civic Leadership Program! Over the next 12 months, this class of Fellows will manage service projects at designated nonprofit partner sites by recruiting, engaging, and teaching volunteers about the critical issue; their service project is addressing. The Fellows will be guided by Hands On Atlanta staff who will provide training in volunteer and project management, leadership, and fundraising. We added a new component this year: mentoring. This exciting initiative pairs a current class member with a graduate of the program to further aid in the Fellow’s development as a community leader.
Not only will Fellows learn the importance of direct service in mitigating inequities in the community, but they will also learn the role fundraising plays in sustaining a nonprofit’s ability to provide those critical services. By the end of their year of service, the Civic Fellows will transition to Civic Leaders, having sharpened their skills in issue education, problem-solving, public speaking, and team building.
“I have a strong passion for serving my community, as well as community development in underprivileged communities. I look forward to learning and growing within this program.” - Kassidy Jackson
The Hands On Atlanta Civic Fellows represent the outstanding volunteers of our organization. These are the leaders that exceed their level of service to reach and inspire communities within Metro Atlanta! Please help us welcome the incoming class!
Surveillance Epidemiologist, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention
Nonprofit Partner: Action Ministries
Consultant, AwareSoftware
Nonprofit Partner: Partners In Action for a Healthy Living
Director of Development, St. Jude’s Recovery Center
Nonprofit Partner: Trees Atlanta
Educator, Barack Obama Elementary Magnet School of Technology
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Scott Elementary
Graduate Student, Kennesaw State University
Nonprofit Partner: Kate’s Club
Site Coordinator, Pebblebrook High School
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Clay Elementary
Educator, Cobb County Schools
Nonprofit Partner: Breakthrough Atlanta
Structural Engineer, Georgia Department of Transportation
Nonprofit Partner: Open Hand Atlanta
Head of People, Crisp Video Group
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at UsherCollier Elementary School
Research Chemist, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Harper Archer Elementary School
Marketing Specialist, Deloitte
Nonprofit Partner: InCommunity
Program Coordinator, Meals On Wheels Atlanta
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Brookview Elementary
Communications Specialist, OneDigital
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Gideons Elementary School
South Regional Outreach Manager, Young Survival Coalition
Nonprofit Partner: A.G. Rhodes Health & Rehab (Wesley Woods)
Graduate Student, Georgia State University
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Panola Way Elementary School
Marketing & Communications Manager, Boys & Girls Club
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Belmont Hills Elementary
Instructional Specialist, Atlanta Public Schools
Nonprofit Partner: Meals On Wheels Atlanta
Security Consulting Analyst, Accenture
Nonprofit Partner: The Wylde Center
Graduate Student, Georgia Institute of Technology
Nonprofit Partner: Truly Living Well
Interior Designer, Perkins & Will
Nonprofit Partner: Livable Buckhead
Underwriter, American International Group Inc.
Nonprofit Partner: West Atlanta Watershed Alliance
Healthcare Professional, Emory
Nonprofit Partner: Discovery at Thomasville Heights Elementary School
Merchandising Department, RaceTrac
Nonprofit Partner: A.G Rhodes Health & Rehab –(Cobb)
Outreach Coordinator, Mosaic Church
Nonprofit Partner: Southwest Ecumenical Emergency Assistance Center
IT Business Analyst Project Manager, YMCA of Metropolitan Atlanta
Nonprofit Partner: Clarkston Community Center
Founder, Selfish Joy
Nonprofit Partner: Atlanta BeltLine Partnership
Lead Network Operations Representative, Cigna Healthcare
Nonprofit Partner: Action Ministries
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