Alijah
Club membership: Joined in 2026
Post-Secondary/Career Interest: Attend Emory, and get a Film degree.
How has your Club supported your goals for college, post-secondary education, and career? My Club hasn’t helped me directly with my career goals yet, but the Club has given me a place to grow, learn, and discover new opportunities.
Why is it important for the youth to use their voice in today’s society? It is important for our youth to use their voices because we are the future and it is important to realize that our voices matter and have an impact.
Short Bio: Alijah is a 17-year-old who credits the Club with teaching him leadership skills, by helping the Club as a volunteer. As well as helping him try new things that he wouldn’t normally do.
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