Clarissa Mejia

Bringing Two Perspectives to Program Development: Participant and Planner

Bringing Two Perspectives to Program Development: Participant and Planner

Clarissa was able to bring her unique perspective as a program participant with Youth Standing Strong to her fellowship this summer. Learn more about how she applied her lived experiences to program development for other young people.

In Public Speaking, Practice Makes Confidence

In Public Speaking, Practice Makes Confidence

It is estimated that 3 out of 4 people fear speaking in front of crowds. Clarissa shares how she moved beyond her crippling fear of public speaking through practice and persistence at work and in school.