Community Leadership Fellows

Fellows = fitness. 10th Anniversary of !

Aisha Oliver CLF ‘23 becomes one of the newest members of the CLF Community Leadership Advisory Council. We are honored to have her on the team to embody the philosophy of lifting as you climb.

Aisha shared this statement:

“Preparation, positioning, and ex*****on are essential to the growth and success of any leader. Community Leadership Fellows equips individuals with these critical tools, empowering them to elevate both personally and professionally. I’m proud to continue my journey with CLF as a board member and remain a resource to its alumni and future cohorts.”

The Class of 2026 is kicking off their leadership journey this week at the The opening retreat continues today as cohort 4 fuels their passion with inspiration and motivation.

Join us in welcoming the next cohort of Community Leadership Fellows!

The Class of 2026 will join the leadership development experience designed to uplift the emerging voices of those who live, work, and lead on the Westside. We are excited to welcome 17 promising community leaders who will begin a journey of self-discovery, collaboration, and transformation.

INTRODUCING THE 2026 COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP FELLOWS:

Antione Brewer | North Lawndale    
* Program Manager | YMEN
Perriyana Clay | Austin    
* Outreach & Partnerships Manager | Project Exploration
Jacqueline Covarrubias | Little Village    
* Director of Learning & Development | The Alliance 98
Phillissa Dawson | Austin    
* Safe Space Coordinator | The Austin Experience 
Davonte Dudley | Austin    
* Executive Director in training | Root2fruit
Teshauna Edwards | North Lawndale    
* Program Director | Young Men’s Educational Network
Angelica Green | Austin    
* 25th District Council Member | CCPSA
Jalesa Haggard | East Garfield Park    
* Program Director/ Runner | Coach Across America/ Peace Runners 773
Langston Harris | Austin    
* Austin Safety Liaison | Project Exploration
Kim Jay | West Garfield Park    
* Training Manager, Consultant & Senior CHW | Sinai Urban Health Institute
Yesenia Juarez | Little Village    
* Community Artist | Little Village Busy Bees
Rosondunnii Inell Marshall | West Humboldt Park    
* Mental Health Consultant and Founder | ConTextos and The Darkroom Chicago
Keishjuan Owens | North Lawndale    
* Case Manager / Founder | Ignite/ LumberJackPak
Stephen Ramsey | Austin  
* Realtor | Coldwell Banker Realty
Jasmine Robinson | West Garfield Park    
* Entrepreneur & Business Owner | P&C Catering 
Diamond Trusty | East Garfield Park    
* Owner | The Evelyn Experience 
Nyedra Turner | East Garfield Park    
* Field Manager/ Community Violence Intervention | Metropolitan Peace Initiatives

Thank you Alderman Rodriguez for your continued support of CLF!

The Community Leadership Fellows (CLF) program is transforming the landscape of community leadership, equipping individuals with the skills, knowledge, and vision to drive meaningful change on the West Side.

Please join us in congratulating our Constituent Services Director, Cristy Calderon, on successfully completing the CLF program. Thank you for proudly representing Little Village and the 22nd Ward! ¡Felicidades on your graduation! 🎓