Luis Avila

Youth Leader | he/they | luis@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Luis Avila and I go to Classical. I am a Youth Leader for both ARISE and RESPECT. I joined ARISE to help out other students feel more comfortable in there schools and that's why I plan on joining PASS. I hope to help students understand and cope with their emotions. One quote that I really really like is from the Truman show: "And in case I don't see you, good morning, good afternoon and good night"

Milia Odom

Youth Leader | She/He/They or Any | milia@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Milia. I go to Central High School and I am a Youth Leader at ARISE. I joined ARISE because of their Ethnic Studies Summer program, and because I hope to become a better conversational speaker and leader. In my free time, I enjoy painting, dancing, reading, and knitting.

Xia Yang

Youth Leader | She/Her/Hers | xia@ariseducation.org

Hiii my name’s Xia and I’m a Youth Leader at ARISE. I joined ARISE because I love the work we do and I love the community. I hope to achieve some skills that can help me. I struggle with speaking to new people and presenting to people. I hope to gain communication and leadership skills in ARISE. I love the color pink and I also love cats. My favorite game is Roblox and I also enjoy listening to music!! :)

Ailani Reed

Youth Leader | She/Her | ailani@ariseducation.org

Hi, my name is Ailani Reed. I am a Senior at Classical High School. I joined ARISE to become a more active member in my community. I am a firm believer that knowledge is power. I was not being fully educated in actual matters of importance, nor was I exposed to a diverse range of perspectives in classes like English or History. I enjoy reading, math, and science. My goal for the future is to become an environmental engineer that helps with climate change and creates environment friendly and affordable buildings for underprivileged communities.

Avery Rose

Youth Leader | He/Him | avery@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Avery. I go to Classical High School and I am a Youth Leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE to be involved in a community and involved in a program where I can learn and grow. I hope to build my character and be a better person with the help of the people around me. My interests include watching professional wrestling and hanging out with my friends. My favorite movie is The Transformers (1986) and my favorite film franchise is Star Wars.

Caylee Chourng

Youth Leader | She/Her | caylee@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Caylee. I go to Charette and I am a Youth Leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I want to inspire others to advocate for themselves and feel free to express themselves. I hope to work with amazing people that has an open mind willing to learn more. I love studying and my favorite music artist is Montell Fish!

Monique Pond

Youth Leader | She/Her | monique@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Monique Pond, I go to Wheeler School and I am a youth leader in ARISE.

I joined ARISE because I wanted to get more involved in my community, and I am so excited for the work that is to come in the upcoming year! I’m passionate about learning about current events, societal issues, and social change and am eager to share what I learn with my peers and become a better leader in the process

I’m a ballet dancer and I also love reading, crocheting, and sketching.

Gohan K. Vang

Youth Leader | He/him/his | gohanvang@ariseducation.org

Hi! My name is Gohan Vang, I go to Pilgrim High School. I joined ARISE to improve myself and connect with new people. Some of my hobbies include reading and playing video games. I'm also a big anime nerd. If you want, you can come talk to me, as I consider myself very knowledgeable about the topic.

Henry Lech

Youth Leader | He/Him

Hi!! My name is Henry, I go to Pilgrim High school, and I am a Youth Leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I wanted to be involved in the community. This is my first year being a Youth Leader and I am most excited to advocate for social justice and learn about cultural differences. I founded the international club at my school to educate my peers and this impacted me and I hope to impact others. I am a first gen Cambodian American and my hobbies include volleyball and photography.

Zarianne Dazulme

Youth Leader | She/Her | zarianne@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Zarianne, I go to Achievement First Providence High School, and I am a Youth Leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I want to learn about what’s happening in the world and how I can help. I hope to create change against any injustices. I also hope to educate myself and others. A fun fact about me is I ran track and did cheerleading.

Malachi Williams

Youth Organizer | He/Him | malachi@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Malachi. I go to Classical High School , and I am a Youth Organizer in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I wanted to meet new people and explore what opportunities life has to offer but also ARISE is an excellent opportunity to get experience and add to my resume. So far, ARISE has been an amazing experience and I hope to stay with them longer. “Pelle sub agnina latitat mens saepe lupina.”

Michael McAllister

Youth Leader | He/Him

Wassup my name’s michael i go to E-cubed and I am a Youth Leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I wish make myself a better person and stay safe in safe places.

Anthony Lech

Youth Leader | he/him

Hello, my name is Anthony Iech and I’m currently a freshman attending Pilgrim Highschool. I joined ARISE because I was looking forward to learning about many other cultural heritages and history that aren’t being taught in schools, along with improving on my social skills by meeting new people with the same interests. In my free time, I play volleyball, watch some of my favorite shows, and listen to music.

Johnangel Lora

Youth Leader | He/Him

Hello! My name is John, I go to Classical High School, and recently I became a Youth Leader! I joined ARISE because I wanted to more in touch with my own community and the things that happen in it. I hope to change and better our current school system. I like listening to music and biking.

Charlee Burke

Youth Leader | She/Her | charlee@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Charlee and I go to East Greenwich High School. I became a youth leader at ARISE to be surrounded with people that look like me who also have a passion for educational justice. Through the youth leader program I hope to expand my knowledge on social issues and civics. I also hope to be able to work to create necessary change in my community. Some activities that I enjoy done include drawing, reading, journaling, and listening to music.

Leah Bae

Youth Leader | she/they | leah@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Leah Bae (she/they). I currently attend Barrington High School, and I’ve been a Youth Leader at ARISE since 2022. I joined ARISE because I’m looking to make an impact in my community and to learn more about the world and myself in the process. In joining this organization, I’ve been able to educate myself and others as well as connect with students of color with similar experiences to myself. This space has taught me a great amount, and I’m glad to be working with them now and in the future to create change in our community.

Abby Lee

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | abby@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Abby Lee, I go to the Moses Brown School, and I am a youth leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE in 2020 because I wanted to meet new people and learn more about the history, culture, civics, and more that I don’t get taught in school. I hope to share what I learn with my peers, and use it to better my communities on all different levels. In my free time, I like to run, play basketball, and play piano; I love trying new things, and want to make a difference in my community as a Korean-American woman and student of color.

Ajin Kes

Youth Leader | he/him/his | ajin@ariseducation.org

My name is Ajin Kes, I joined ARISE to learn about other people and their ethnicity and maybe even see some people like me. I also wanted to re-enhance my speech and social skills which it did. I am known to be competitive, I enjoy facts about WWII and games, and anything else I could relate to like food.

Amy

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | akyla@ariseducation.org

My name is Amy (if you didn’t notice). I’m a Hmong American who’s currently going to Paul Cuffee High School as a sophomore. As for hobbies, I enjoy watching shows and playing rhythm games whenever I can or have the time to. I don’t really have an idea on what I’m doing in the future, but I’ll do my best in school until I figure it out! I look forward to meeting new people in ARISE and learning their stories.”

Armani

Youth Leader | he/him/his | armani@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Armani, my pronouns are he/him, I go to PCTA, and I am a youth leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I was a part of their ethnic studies summer program and liked it. I am excited to see how much I learn being a part of this program. In my free time, I enjoy playing basketball and making money. 

Gabrielle Oulette

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | gabrielle@ariseducation.org

Hey my name is Gabrielle, also known as Gabby, and I use she/her/hers pronouns. I identify as a Chinese-American adoptee and currently attend Blackstone Academy Charter School. As an ARISE youth leader, I joined ARISE in order to seek change within myself and the world around me. In school I am involved in academic redesign and youth empowerment. Additionally, I have a passion for advocacy involving transracial adoption, health inequalities, LGBTQIA+ justice and stopping Anti-Asian hate. I am rooted in ambition, kindness and growth.

Gohan vang

Youth Leader | he/him/his | gohan@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Gohan Vang. I go to Pilgrim High School. I am a youth leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I hope to understand other people better. Some of my hobbies include reading and playing video games.

Jasmin

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | jasmin@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Jasmin , my pronouns are she/her/hers, I go to Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center. I am a youth leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I wanted to be more involved and educated in social and educational justice. I hope to be able to participate in community workshops that are held with other youth leaders across the city, be apart of youth organizing conferences, and engage in campaign work. I also this strengthens my communication skills and leadership skills. I love to write essays that are assigned to me, I also write on my own time. I do mainly read graphic novels on my free time, I love to read psychological, romance, horror, and thriller books. Out of many quotes that I stand by, one that came to mind would be “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” I embody this quote mainly because in any circumstance that has occurred in my life, I can never fully recollect the impression of what happened but I can remember how that situation impacted my life. I also want others to remember me because of how I made them feel personally not only because of my actions. 

Kalena

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | kalena@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Kalena but everyone can call me Lena , my pronouns are she/her. I attend rini middle college . I joined arise because I hope to understand more about ethnic studies and black history. My word of advice for everyone is to always be yourself and follow your dreams no matter what circumstances.

Khaiya Proeung

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | khaiya@ariseducation.org

Hi, my name is Khaiya Proeung and I am a Khmer-American young woman who attends Cranston High School East. I joined ARISE to explore my passion in activism and self-advocacy. In addition, I also joined a family and learned lessons that I use in every aspect of my life. Without ARISE, I would not have been able to find my passion for self-care and mental health.

Leah Bae

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | leah@ariseducation.org

Hi, my name is Leah Bae, my pronouns are she/her/hers, and I go to Barrington High School. I enjoy playing violin, math, writing, and reading. I joined ARISE because I’m looking to make an impact in my community and to learn more about the world and myself in the process. I hope that by joining this organization, I can educate myself and others as well as connect with other students of color I can relate to.

Maggrey Volcimus

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | maggrey@ariseducation.org

Hello My name is Maggrey , My pronouns are She/Her, I Currently attend Providence Career Technical Academy. I joined this program because I was recommended to it at first and I was slightly hesitant but as I started getting more involved and seeing that this space is a very eye opening ;Warm-welcoming space. My main reason was to be able to help my community and educate myself on situations that are happening not only in my state but all over the world. I hope to strengthen many skills that I lack in such as public speaking, communication, and etc. I love to be outdoors a lot and discover so many new things and meet new people. I enjoy dancing with my CCMB crew for Parties, ceremonies, church events, etc. I also enjoy making people smile, laugh, and give them a couple of seconds to forget their problems as this is very nice and heartwarming to see. This serves as a reminder that I’m able to spread joy that everyone needs once in a while.

masiah

Youth Leader | he/him/his | michael@ariseducation.org

Hello, my name is Masiah, and I attend Rocky Hill Country day school. I am a youth leader in Arise . I joined Arise because I wanted to be a part of a community that supported me and helped me. I hoped to make friends and be able to give presentations and get better at public speaking. I love sports like volleyball and I am very social.

Michael

Youth Leader | he/him/his | michael@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Michael my pronouns are he,him,his. I am attending PCTA. I joined ARISE when I heard we were learning about Ethnic Studies. I hope to learn more about other people's true history. I play basketball and I'm learning how to cook slowly.

Mildred

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | mildred@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Mildred, my pronouns are she/her, I go to 360 High School. I am a youth leader in ARISE. I joined ARISE because I want to learn new skills and bring new opportunities that are going to help me in the future. I hope to be able to build a new and better community. I’m from Guatemala. Im a very fun and nice person that enjoys painting, reading, and loves cats! Im hoping to go to college to study law and become a Immigration lawyer in order to help people.

Nhi Nguyen

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | nhi@ariseducation.org

Hey! My name is Nhi Nguyen (she/her/hers) and I’m a senior at Dover High School, Dover, New Hampshire. I'm also half Vietnamese and half Indo-Chinese. I joined ARISE because it gives me a great opportunity to learn how to facilitate, lead, and more about social justice. I also like to read, run, and listen to BTS,SZA, and Blackpink. Other than that I'm hoping to learn more about myself this year and build new connections with people :)

Sarah

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | nhi@ariseducation.org

Hey yall, my name is Sarah. My pronouns are she/her, and I go to Cranston West. I joined ARISE because it looked fun to be in with all these diverse people I will get to hang out with. I hope to help make some changes within our community and then soon all around the nation. I like to learn, especially languages, so I want some career in that and to travel abroad. “Be A Thug About It!” - Dashie

Sarina

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | sarina@ariseducation.org

Hello!! My name is Sarina and I’m Hmong American. I currently attend Paul Cuffee High School. I enjoy listening to music and playing different sorts of video games. In ARISE, I’m excited to learn about others and grow more as individual.

Semaj Lucas

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | semaj@ariseducation.org

Hello my name is Semaj Lucas, I go to Central High School. I joined ARISE because I wanted to be more educated and associated in social and educational justice. I hope to bring new opportunities for myself and for others in ARISE. Some fun facts about me are that I love telling jokes, I enjoy playing video games, my favorite genre of movies is horror and I love animals! What I'm planning to go to college for is to become a veterinarian.

Sila Yang

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | sila@ariseducation.org

First name is pronounced “Sheila”, I’m a Hmong-American. self-certified cult leader, and current Black Jack [manga] enthusiast. I’m part of Pilgrim High School’s drama club and currently a sophomore. Other than Black Jack, I enjoy baking and expanding my interest in art. I’ve been part of the ARISE space for around a year now and I feel heard in this space, and I’m certain I’ll continue to enjoy being a Youth Leader.

Fatima Anne

Youth Leader Alumn | she/her/hers | fatima@ariseducation.org

Hi, I’m Fatima Anne! I’m a Senegalese - American from Woonsocket. I’m currently a Senior at Woonsocket High School. I first joined ARISE in October of 2019 and loved it so much that I went on to become a Youth Leader. At a school that is comprised of faculty and staff that are predominantly white, I continue to fight for the rights of students of color at my school. I was inspired to do this after being mistreated by multiple staff members because of my religion and my skin color.

Ger Lee

Youth Leader Alumn | he/him/his | ger@ariseducation.org

Hi, my name is Ger but you can call me Jay. 

I'm tired of seeing this world rot, the rich living their best life knowing that this world is coming to an end, while the middle and lower class are slowly dying. Young kids like us are being left with that world to take care of. As a youth leader, I'm willing to take steps out of my comfort zone to make a change in the world because we are the present and the future. When I leave the face of this earth I'm going to make sure I had a huge impact on those around me. I want to be the reason why others keep persevering, that's why the work we are doing is so important. I believe that advocating for youths who don't have a voice is very important. Not only that, but I want to help strengthen voices for those who are afraid to speak up because I learned that if you don't speak up for yourself who will?

Jeny Daniels

Youth Leader Alumn | she/her/hers | jeny@ariseducation.org

Hi! I’m Jeny Daniels. My pronouns are She/Her/Hers. I’m in the graduating class of 2022 at Cranston High School East. I’m Cambodian and African-American. If I’m not at ARISE during YL meetings, I participate in the theater program at my school, student council, and class council. I'm a violinist at my school orchestra and actively do track and field. I have an older brother, an older sister and two younger brothers. Being a middle child is not the easiest. I have the responsibility of undoing the negative things my older siblings did and setting an example for my younger siblings. I strive to be the best leader that I can and I learn from the people who are helping me. I believe age doesn’t matter when we are learning and teaching. I’ve been a part of many groups and communities, none of them has made me feel what ARISE makes me feel. We are like a family of our own. I feel comfortable to be myself and tell them things that I would otherwise keep to myself.

Masiah Prak P

Youth Leader Alumn | he/him/his | masiah@ariseducation.org

Hi, my name is Masiah Prak Preater.  I'm one of the newest recruits to the youth leaders’ program. I am Cambodian and Black and I’m an eighth-grader at Community Prep.  I want to know more about things that are happening in my community and more about myself. Besides trying to fight for social justice, I enjoy playing sports like volleyball and football. I play video games as well. I am looking forward to building memories with the youth leaders and everything that comes along with it.

Rachel Santos

Youth Leader Alumn | she/her/hers | rachel@ariseducation.org

Hi! My name is Rachel Santos! I am a 15-year-old who is Dominican American and currently a freshman at Classical High School. I love fashion, food, and comedy movies. ARISE provided a safe space for me to learn, grow, and appreciate myself and others.

Sarina yang

Youth Leader Alumn | she/her/hers | sarina@ariseducation.org

Hello! I’m Sarina, a Hmong American who attends Paul Cuffee High School. I enjoy listening to music and playing different sorts of video games. In ARISE, I’m looking forward to meeting different people and learning new things about myself and others to grow more as a person!

Amy Yang

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | amy@ariseducation.org

Hi, I’m Amy. I am a Hmong American who is currently attending Paul Cuffee High School. I love food and watching TV shows. I enjoy listening to music and talking with my friends. I'm looking forward to meeting new people and learning their stories.

Akyla Proeung

Youth Leader Alumn | she/her/hers | akyla@ariseducation.org

Hey! I’m Akyla Proeung, I am a young Cambodian girl, seventeen years old, going into my junior year at Cranston High School East. Born and raised in Providence, RI. I love to travel, be creative, and learn about science. I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends. I am a very competitive person who likes to be challenged. I have been apart of ARISE summer programs since the first summer, and it has taught me a lot about myself and my history.

Cesar Morel

Youth Leader Alumn | he/him/his | cesar@ariseducation.org

Hi, I am  Cesar and I’m a youth leader at ARISE. I go to a high school called School One and I’m a Junior. I wanted to join ARISE because it’s all about social justice and creating awareness. ARISE’s space reminds me of my school’s committee called Open Minds. When I first joined ARISE, I automatically felt connected to what the youth leaders said and how they all treated each other like family. ARISE is more like a community than an organization.

Daliza Reinoso

Youth Leader Alumn | she/her/hers | daliza@ariseducation.org

Hi!! My name is Daliza Reinoso, I am a seventeen year old very proud of my Dominican descent.  I am currently a senior at Woonsocket High School. I have been part of a multitude of after-school programs since I started high school, mainly in an attempt to find one I really enjoy. Fortunately, I joined ARISE earlier this year and instantly became inspired by the social/community-based work as well as the dedication of the youth leaders, leading me to where I am now! My hobbies include finding different types of music, playing the bass and the keyboard, skateboarding, and trying to beat my dad in chess. In the future, I hope to see change in the system that marginalizes BIPOC and lower classes. For this reason, I will continue to strive and use my voice for what I believe is just.

Dayanara Felix Monanci

Youth Leader | she/her/hers | dayanara@ariseducation.org

Hello, My name is Dayanara Felix (Day.) I’m a Dominican American recognized as an Afro-Latina, born and raised in Providence and currently attending Highlander Charter School. I sing in my church and do pantomime. One of my biggest inspirations is my mom and music. I am very outgoing and always willing to learn and engage with others. I have always been passionate about the social injustices happening in my community and around the world against people of color. I am also very passionate about the colorism and Anti-blackness going on in the Hispanic community because I am an Afro-Latina. I want to make a change against any type of inequality in my community which is why I joined ARISE.