Empower My Hood Workshop Facilitators
Welcome to our workshop forum! We are excited to introduce our talented facilitators who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience. Each of them is dedicated to creating an engaging and informative environment for all participants. Get ready to learn and grow with their guidance!
Aquilah Donaldson
Vanessa L. Sparks
College Access Financial Advisor
Vanessa Sparks
College Access Financial Advisor
Vanessa L. Sparks work focuses on parent and student advocacy and providing families information and access on post-secondary financial aid process. Ms. Sparks has assisted families with the college admission and financial aid process for 25 years, her training in financial aid mentorship includes the U.S. Department of Education, College Access Consortium of New York (CACNY), Davidson College and Goddard-Riverside OPTIONS College Access Program.
Aquilah Jourdain-Donaldson
Aquilah Jourdain-Donaldson is a graduate student in the Library and Information Science program at Syracuse University. With a strong background in English literature, she holds both a Master's and a Bachelor's degree in the field. Previously, Aquilah served as a writing instructor at The City College of New York and worked as a technical writer. Her diverse academic and professional experiences blend her passion for language, teaching, and information management.