Past Recipients (2025)
My name is Denea Pascoe and I am a Sophomore at Howard University, Washington, DC. My dream job is to become a corporate lawyer Corporate law fascinates me because it encompasses the dynamic and complex world of business. To reach my dream job goal, I am committed to a path of continuous learning and professional development and have pursued rigorous coursework in my undergraduate studies. Becoming a corporate lawyer is not just a career aspiration but a lifelong mission to make a positive impact and create a more just and inclusive society.
Nyla Clarke is a graduating senior with a passion for media, education, and community service. Throughout high school, she has been involved in student journalism, drama production, and service organizations such as the National Honor Society and her school’s food bank. She currently works as an after-school kindergarten teacher at her local elementary school, where she supports and inspires young learners. Nyla also works as a French tutor and a dedicated babysitter, while balancing her academic goals. This fall, she will attend Towson University to study Human and Family Services, with the goal of becoming a family social worker and advocacy lawyer.
"I’m Nadir James. I’m currently 17 years old and will be graduating from Wheaton high school and Thomas Edison in May 2025. I was born and raised in Silver Spring, Maryland. I’ve devoted over 300 community service hours with the Silver Spring Saints organization helping our youth build character, sportsmanship, and self-confidence. I recently earned my CompTIA Security+ certification while attending Thomas Edison. I will be pursuing my dreams of becoming a data analyst while attending UMBC studying computer science and cybersecurity this fall. I am extremely appreciative to everyone who has encouraged and guided me along the way.”
As a first-generation Jamaican-Guyanese American, I’ve long been driven to build a global fashion brand that amplifies the voices and creativity of people of color. Inspired by my upbringing, shaped by the tragic loss of my brother to gun violence, and motivated by a passion for advocacy, my goal is to merge fashion and social justice, creating futuristic designs that tell stories and spark change. From early entrepreneurial ventures to internships at Baltimore Fashion Week and Doll House Boutique, I’ve embraced the arts as a vehicle for empowerment. Now, through my work with AMA Baltimore and my upcoming studies in International Business at George Washington University, I am building the tools to turn fashion into a force for global impact, inclusivity, and healing, one garment at a time.
My name is Gianna Robinson, a graduating senior at Howard University, school of Business Administration in Finance. I aspire to become a leader in real estate development, creating sustainable, affordable housing that restores dignity to underserved communities. Housing is not just about building, it is about creating spaces where people can thrive, raise families and build their futures. I want to integrate health and wellness initiatives into my developments because I understand that housing and health are deeply connected. My experiences in community service, HIV awareness, and financial literacy initiatives have shown me that the real estate industry has the power to transform lives when done with intention and care. Beyond my career, my heart remains tied to Trinidad and Tobago, my home. Ultimately, my life’s work will be about b
