We are thrilled to announce our eleventh class of Hope Reichbach Fellows.

CHIOMA MADU

Chioma is a freshman at New York University and her current concentration is the intersectionality of systematic racism within the African Diaspora. Growing up in Queens NY allowed her to foster a passion for advocacy and social justice. Throughout her academic career, she has joined many programs such as Legal Outreach in which she competed in constitutional law debates with fellow peers that ultimately gave her the opportunity to explore her interest in becoming a lawyer.

Chioma’s summer fellowship is with Brooklyn Defender Services.

MAKIEDA MCKENZIE

Makieda is a rising sophomore intending to concentrate in Metaphysics at Brown University. She is studying the philosophy of science and understanding the mind to work in criminal or family law. She is an avid advocate for gender issues (including those surrounding sexual and physical violence), climate change, and improving media awareness.

Makieda’s summer fellowship is with Brooklyn Community Services.

EDWARD SANCHEZ

Edward is currently a freshman at CUNY Baruch College. He has lived in Brooklyn with his family for my entire life, and he is a huge advocate for educational equity and opportunities for young people. Edward has been involved in city campaigns around school diversity, SYEP, and after school programs. He aspires to be a public servant one day to help serve and give back to my community!

Edward’s summer fellowship is with Uprose.

AALIYAH CLEMENT

Aaliyah Clement is a student at Long Island University and enjoys meeting new people, dancing, and organizing events. Her goal this summer is to learn from various perspectives about how she can help further build her community in Brooklyn, to make long-term connections, and to apply what she will learn during her fellowship to build something of my own.

Aaliyah’s summer fellowship is with Horizons.

YAA AMPONSAH

Yaa attends Berkeley College on a pre-law track. With origins in Ghana, West Africa, Yaa was born and raised in the United States of America. Her favorite color is green and her favorite book is The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison. She is intrigued and ready to embark on a new journey with the Hope Reichbach Fund this summer.

Yaa’s summer fellowship is with Red Hook Restorative Justice Center.