Mobilizing Young Activists

Jordan Walker is the Region 1 Youth Board Member of the National Board of Directors.

Gia Greenidge is the Region 2 Youth Board Member of the National Board of Directors. Greenidge is from Saint Albans, Queens, and has been a part of the NAACP since she was thirteen years old in the Jamaica Youth Council Unit 2810. Greenidge then went on to charter a chapter at SUNY Cortland Unit 29AW.  

Jalen K. Day began his fight for justice at Pike High School, where he was the assistant director of the play "A Lesson Before Dying." This production tells the story of a falsely accused young Black man on death row, chosen to highlight racial injustice in the criminal justice system. He became deeply involved in the performing arts program, which connected the arts to social and political issues. Jalen also participated in community protests and events addressing the challenges affecting his generation, such as gun violence, police brutality, and racial injustice. Eventually, he took on a leadership role in planning and organizing these events throughout his community in Indianapolis. 

As a student at Indiana State University, Jalen reactivated the Indiana State University NAACP unit in May 2022, later serving as unit president during his junior and senior years. As president, he spearheaded initiatives aimed at educating his peers on social issues, advocating for student cultural centers, representing student concerns regarding racial harassment, and raising awareness of political issues impacting communities of color and urban areas. 

Jalen is politically active and dedicates his time to highlighting problematic bills at the Indiana Statehouse, fighting against Indiana's controversial laws restricting reproductive freedom, and advocating for improved police-community relations. 

Following his own experience with systemic racism in the criminal justice system, Jalen launched a program aimed at fostering relationships between minority college students and local law enforcement to reduce tensions during homecoming and spring week activities. Through these programs, he facilitated discussions between local officers, attorneys, public defenders, judges, and student leaders to improve campus safety and minimize negative encounters between law enforcement and students of color during major events. 

As a senior, Jalen hosted and moderated a discussion with Kevin Richardson, a member of the Exonerated Five, to shed light on the systemic racism embedded within the criminal justice system. 

In 2024, Jalen was elected President of the Indiana State Conference Youth & College NAACP and joined the Youth & College Digital Organizing Squad. His leadership and activism earned him a leadership award from Indiana State University for his contributions to the greater Terre Haute community. 

Jalen remains committed to advocating for equity, justice, and political empowerment as he continues his journey in public service

Raven Addison is from St. Louis, Missouri, and has served in the Region 4 NAACP youth and college chapter for over 10 years. Addison has completed her first and second years of college at King University with a 3.5 GPA, making the Dean's List in both semesters. Addison is majoring in exercise science and kinesiology to soon become a licensed physical therapist. Raven has earned the highest overall grade in her Anatomy class and Junior literature and writing class. Raven is also on a full scholarship for the women's basketball program and has appeared on national television over 6 times. She even earned a college career high of making 4 three pointers in the first half in her freshman year and a season high of 4 steals her junior year. Addison adapted to becoming a Division 2 college athlete very well with her dedication towards both education and her passion for basketball. Miss Addison also served on the national youth works committee for the NAACP for 2 years and is now on the national board of directors for the NAACP. 

She is also the youngest member to ever join the national youth works committee as she joined in 2022 at the age of 17.Along with Addison adding accolades towards her college career she also has a vast history of being a leader. In high school Addison appeared on PBS to speak with a group of other likeminded students to discuss the topic of politic economics.  To add on Addison finished high school at Lutheran north with a record of the most community service hours in 1 school year ending with over 700 hours. However, being a leader started at a young age for Raven Addison. Addison set a record for St. Louis county and the entire state of Missouri at the bright age of 7 with her Girl Scout group for the April shower's program for giving away the most personal goods with 1.4 million goods in total. This ginormous award made it into the Guinness of World Record Book representing the entire state of Missouri. A year later Addison started the first black history program at Kratz elementary to last the entire month of February by reading a black history fact over the intercom every morning for the early announcement. In conclusion, Addison is a young black leader that will continue to work for her community and inspire other youth throughout the world.

Raven Addison is the daughter of Katrina and Robert Addison, and she has accomplished astonishing achievements within her community and is still extremely active while being a full-time student athlete.

Rylan J. Pendleton is an Alabama native. He has been a member of the NAACP for 12 years and is a proud member of the Limestone County Youth Council in Athens, AL. Pendleton takes pride in helping uplift his community and being a leader within his state and region.

He is a proud graduate of Athens State University, where he achieved his BS in Human resources, as well as his education in the Leadership and Busines Analytics Master's Program. Pendleton is devoted to the work of the NAACP and continues to help lead the mission of the NAACP.

Ashanta K. Gleason, born in New Orleans but primarily raised in Baton Rouge following Hurricane Katrina, embodies resilience and advocacy deeply rooted in her Louisiana upbringing. Currently pursuing a degree in history with a minor in psychology, her academic journey fuels her passion for educational reform and equity.

Since high school, Ashanta has been actively engaged in civic activism, focusing on issues such as the scarcity of black male educators in public schools. Her commitment extends beyond research, as she has worked with organizations like Humanities Amped, Brothers Empowered To Teach, The Power Coalition for Equity and Justice, Black Voters Matter, and E Pluribus Unum Fund, dedicated to building power in education and promoting equity in communities. After her first year of presidency at the Southern University chapter of NAACP, under her leadership, Southern University was named the 2023 College Chapter of the Year at the 114th NAACP National Convention and was awarded the opportunity for the Race and Justice award. Additionally, Ashanta was honored with the inaugural Brock/Boykins-Towns Leadership award at the same convention.

Furthermore, in 2023, Ashanta was selected as an inaugural member of NextGen America's Gen10 cohort, highlighting young organizers, activists, artists, and voices for change that are making a difference in the movement for societal change. Her leadership roles within the NAACP and recognition from NextGen America showcase her dedication to amplifying marginalized voices and driving societal change.

Channing Hill is an aspiring lawyer pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Strategic, Legal, and Management Communication at Howard University in Washington, D.C.

Channing is not new to social justice and advocacy.

At only 20 years old, Channing has organized and led protests in public schools in her home state of Texas since her adolescence. Finding her voice in her NAACP Youth Council in Arlington, Texas, she now leads as the Howard University NAACP Chapter President and the Region 7 National Youth-Works Committee Representative.

In Fall 2021, Channing was one of eight student leaders in #BlackburnTakeover, a sit-in protest at Howard University that lasted 34 days, the longest student protest in Howard's History.

Channing's commitment to social justice is rooted in a firm belief in community and black radical traditions.

Sascha Reveron is a dedicated senior at Chandler High School and a dynamic youth leader within the NAACP. She currently serves as President of the East Valley NAACP Youth Council, Vice Chair for Region 1, and was recently elected to represent Region 1 on the NAACP National Youth Work Committee. In these roles, Sascha advocates for civic education, youth empowerment, and equity across Arizona and the western United States. Sascha is the founder of TEENgage, a youth empowerment initiative designed to bridge teens with civic leadership, community engagement, and global awareness. Her entrepreneurial vision and passion for impact earned her the Silver Medal in Business Entrepreneurship at the 2025 NAACP ACTSO Competition, where she presented a full business plan and pitch for TEENgage on the national stage. Prior to attending Chandler High, Sascha was a student at BASIS Mesa, where she served as President of the National Honor Society, Secretary General of her schoolʼs Model United Nations team, and Founder of the Multicultural Coalition. She was also crowned Miss Juneteenth Arizona 2023 and pursues foreign policy and language studies through the NSLIY Arabic program with the U.S. State Department.

Alona Smith proudly serves as the National Youth Representative for NAACP Region 3. A native of Kokomo, Indiana, she is a student at Indiana University Bloomington, pursuing a degree in Human Development and Family Studies with minors in Law and Public Policy and Child and Adolescent Mental Health. 

Within the NAACP, Alona serves as Chair for Opportunity, Race, and Justice in her college chapter and as the Political Action Chair for the Indiana State Conference Youth and College Division. Her leadership is driven by a passion for equity, advocacy, and empowering young voices to shape just and inclusive communities.

Laila Jozefkowicz is a sophomore at Metropolitan State University of Denver, pursuing a degree in Hospitality Leadership with a concentration in Travel and Tourism. With a passion for creating meaningful experiences and fostering cultural connections. Laila is dedicated to using hospitality as a bridge to bring people together and build inclusive communities.

Zenya Gantt is a current sophomore in college and attends South Carolina State University majoring in Political Science in efforts to learn more about politics , governmental procedures , and the justice system. After graduating college she plans to attend law school in efforts of becoming a lawyer. She wants to get involved with politics in hopes of later on running for an elected office position to become a voice for the voiceless and advocate for the people in her community. Zenya is the current president for the Columbia, South Carolina NAACP Youth Council while also holding the Treasurer position for the South Carolina Youth and College Executive Committee. She is the political action chair for the NAACP college chapter and is heavily involved with the Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity at South Carolina State University . Zenya is a recipient of the Wiley Kennedy Foundation coalition of Community Fellows Scholarship for the year of 2023 and 2024 - Spawned out of Bethlemhan Baptist Church (College Place) where she is a member under the pastoral leadership of Revered Dr. Anthony A Mccullum. 

She has recently been 1 of the 17 recipients of the Bloomberg Youth Climate Action fund. This orientation introduced the second round of grants sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies, aimed at engaging youth ages 15–24 in climate change mitigation.

Skylahr A. Mimms has been an active and dedicated leader within the NAACP, beginning her journey as Secretary to the former President of the Killeen Youth Council. She now serves as the 1st Vice President of the Texas State Youth & College Division, where she helps guide statewide initiatives, conventions, and youth leadership development. Originally from Region 3 and now transitioning into Region 6, Skylahr is committed to advancing the mission of the NAACP through advocacy, organizing, and empowering young leaders to carry forward the fight for justice and equity.

She is currently a Sophomore pursuing dual Bachelor's degrees in English Literature and Sociology, with plans to earn a Master's in Social Work and become a patient advocate. By combining her academic studies with her NAACP leadership, Skylahr strives to use her voice and platform to champion equity, strengthen communities, and build pathways for the next generation of advocates.

Aaliyah Mayes,  May 2025 graduate of  Virginia State University with a B.S. in Criminal Justice. Currently pursuing an MBA at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. Previously served as president of unit 7772-B at Virginia State University and unit 6853 at the University of North Texas. 

Shevann Steuben is a distinguished leader, passionate advocate, and proud native of San Francisco, California. An alumna of Baylor University, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communication Studies and is currently pursuing her MBA at Johns Hopkins University, where she is further refining her strategic acumen and leadership expertise.

Shevann's unwavering commitment to civic engagement and social justice is exemplified through her extensive involvement with the NAACP. She currently serves on the NAACP National Board of Directors, where she made history as the fourth woman to represent Region VI in the organization's history. After completing her youth term on the Board in 2024, Shevann was reinstalled to the NAACP National Board of Directors in 2025, just one year after aging out of the Youth & College Division — a testament to her exceptional leadership and enduring impact. She also serves as the 1st Vice President of the NAACP Houston Branch and the Advisor of the Texas NAACP Youth & College Division, a role in which she was honored as the 2024 State Advisor of the Year.

Shevann's journey with the NAACP began during her freshman year at Baylor University, where she became an active member. Rising through the ranks, she was appointed Political Action Chair in 2017 and elected President of the Baylor NAACP Chapter in 2018, serving two terms and leading the chapter to be named NAACP's National College Chapter of the Year in 2018 and 2019. Her dedication to the organization continued at the state level, where she served as Youth State Treasurer in 2018 and was elected Texas Youth & College Division State President in 2019, a position she held until 2023.

Beyond her NAACP leadership, Shevann is a Generation Vote National C4 Board member, where she supports the development of the next generation of civic leaders committed to electoral justice. Her dedication to service is further reflected in her membership in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated.

Professionally, Shevann is a skilled Management Consultant specializing in change management and organizational learning. She is also the founder of B RARE Consulting, a firm that provides expertise in marketing, communications, leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and strategic growth.

Shevann's leadership and advocacy have garnered widespread recognition. In 2022, she was crowned 1st runner-up at the Miss Black International Ambassador pageant and currently reigns as Miss Black Texas International Ambassador 2025. Through her platform, *Yet to Be*, inspired by Maya Angelou's vision of the "Yet to be United States of America," Shevann focuses on voting accessibility and the intersectionality of issues impacting humanity, particularly within the Black community.

A sought-after speaker, Shevann has been invited to share her insights at prestigious events, including a meeting with Vice President Kamala Harris on behalf of the NAACP. Her presentations often address critical topics such as civic participation, the impact of student debt on marginalized communities, transformational leadership, and the importance of intergenerational collaboration in driving social change.

With a career defined by advocacy, leadership, and service, Shevann Steuben continues to inspire and empower those around her. As she advances in her professional and personal endeavors, she remains steadfast in her mission to foster inclusivity, champion innovative solutions, and create lasting impact in every community she serves.

Matthew White, a Louisville, Kentucky native, began his NAACP journey in 2007 at the age of 12 as a member of the Louisville Youth Council. Since then, he has held leadership roles at the local, state, and national levels, including youth council president, college chapter president, and state conference advisor. With nearly two decades of service, he now serves as Co-Advisor for the Ohio State Conference Youth and College Division and as the Region 3 Adult Representative on the National Youth Work Committee, a role he has held since 2022. In these capacities, he focuses on developing strong units, supporting advisors, and creating spaces for youth leadership to flourish.

Professionally, Matthew is the Assistant Principal of Operations in Cleveland, Ohio. He holds an MBA with a concentration in School Leadership and is deeply committed to advancing equity in education. His work within the NAACP and beyond centers on education equity, youth leadership, civic engagement, and compliance — areas in which he strives to remove barriers and provide young people with the tools, resources, and advocacy they need to succeed. Inspired by Bayard Rustin's charge that "we need, in every community, a group of angelic troublemakers," Matthew sees youth not just as participants in the movement, but as architects of lasting change.

Beyond his formal roles, Matthew works with churches and community partners to create pathways for young people to access education and experiences that broaden their horizons. His leadership reflects the NAACP's enduring mission: to nurture new generations of leaders, strengthen civil rights advocacy, and ensure that the struggle for justice remains rooted in both legacy and action.

Ms. Chartashia Miller is a dedicated leader committed to serving her family, community, and youth. She currently serves as Secretary for the NAACP Colorado, Montana, and Wyoming State Conference, Secretary and Youth Advisor for the NAACP Aurora Branch, and National Youth-Adult Representative for Region IV.

She is the founder of Touch & Go Ladies (TGL) and TT Coaching With Results, where she empowers youth and adults through life skills, career coaching, and leadership workshops. In 2023, she launched "Let's Talk About It", a youth roundtable initiative promoting open dialogue and access to resources.

Ms. Miller holds multiple degrees and certifications in leadership, human resources, and business from Regis University and other institutions. She is also a proud graduate of several local leadership programs.

A devoted mother, Ms. Miller enjoys traveling, quality time with loved ones, and lives by the motto: "I Am Enough!"

Born in Houston Tx, raised between Dallas and Lubbock, Calon Mask-Oats is a graduate student at Morgan State University working to attain his PhD in Mathematics Education. He serves as the National Adult Representative for Region VI (Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and New Mexico) on the NAACP National Youth Work Committee. He is also a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

Calon's journey in the NAACP began in the Youth and College Division at Texas Southern University, where he served as multiple committee chairs, Vp, two term President, and Advisor while earning two bachelors (2019) and his masters (2022). In 2020 he went on to serve as the Region VI Adult Rep for the NYWC, serving as the chair of the subcommittee on education, the vice chair of advocacy & policy subcommittee, and eventually the Vice Chair of the NYWC. During his time in the NAACP, he has focused his efforts on equitable education, voting rights, and the economic uplift of minority communities.

Beyond the NAACP, Calon channels his passion for education and mentorship working as a teacher and educational administrator in various schools in the Houston area. He believes that through his interaction with each student, he helps them become the best version of theirselves, whatever that means for them. His interests include, sports, sneakers, and music, which he uses to connect the content he teaches to his students' lives experiences.

Jenaya Moore is a third-year law student at the University of the District of Columbia, David A. Clarke School of Law, graduating in May 2026. She serves as the National Adult Representative for Region 7 (Maryland, D.C., and Virginia) on the NAACP National Youth Work Committee. She is also a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.

Jenaya's advocacy and leadership began in the Youth and College Division at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), where she played a prominent role in the Richmond community and within her chapter. She went on to serve as Co-Advisor for the Virginia NAACP State Youth and College Division, working to strengthen collaboration between youth and adult members, promote intergenerational mentorship, and empower young leaders to become effective advocates.

Beyond the NAACP, Jenaya applies her advocacy and leadership skills in her legal work, focusing on bridging the gap between communities and access to economic development. Her interests include consumer protection, closing the wealth gap, and educating underserved communities on the importance of property law, trusts and estates, and long-term financial protections.