Nas Issoufou
Civics704 Instructor at GenerationNation- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Foundations
Mentor CollectiveJun, 2023- Nov, 2024 -
Business and Finance Pathway with Bank of America
Bank of AmericaAug, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Job & Career Readiness Training Certification
Mayor's Youth Employment Program (Charlotte, NC)Jan, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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GenerationNation
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United States
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Education Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Civics704 Instructor
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Jun 2023 - Present
If you're curious about how your local government operates, who holds decision-making authority, and ways to actively participate, there are several key areas to explore. Firstly, the City of Charlotte plays a significant role in shaping policies and initiatives at the municipal level. Similarly, Mecklenburg County influences various aspects of community life, ranging from public services to land use planning. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools oversee the local education system, while the smaller towns within Mecklenburg County also have their own governing bodies. On a broader scale, the state government governs matters that impact the entire region. Understanding the workings of courts and laws is essential to comprehend the legal framework in which local decisions are made. Furthermore, participating in elections and voting enables citizens to have a voice in the democratic process. To access valuable civic information, resources like official websites and local libraries can be immensely helpful. Exploring civic issues, historical context, and envisioning the future of your community can contribute to a more engaged citizenship. Effective communication with elected officials is crucial, allowing you to express your concerns and contribute to meaningful discussions. Lastly, becoming a civic leader means actively getting involved in community initiatives, whether through volunteering, joining local organizations, or running for office. By embracing civic participation, you can play a significant role in shaping the future of your locality. Show less
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Charlotte Mecklenburg Youth Lead Instructor
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Feb 2023 - Present
Learn first-hand how Charlotte works.Explore important community issues…and your role in creating possible solutionsMake friends with students from different schools. Meet school and community leaders.Build your knowledge, skills, and networks for success and leadership now and into college, career, and civic life.Find out about careers connected to local government and civic leadership.Be a civic difference maker on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Youth Council and additional leadership roles across CMS and your city.We are excited to partner with City of Charlotte this year to provide this youth civic leadership academy!Over 250 youth have participated in YLCM since the program was launched in 2015, collaborating to learn about local government, civic leadership, the community’s history and future, and about big topics in our city and schools including equity, opportunity, race, education, economic development, city planning and growth, student voice, and more. Participants make new friends and build your networks, civic leadership, social capital, knowledge, and impact. Show less
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Program/Civic Literacy and Leadership Facilitator For Charlotte Mecklenburg Youth Council
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Jan 2023 - Present
GenerationNation develops a new generation of civic leaders. GenerationNation students build civic literacy, becoming civic leaders who:Know first-hand how their governments and communities workUnderstand and can discuss civic issues and different points of viewCan intelligently find and use news and civic informationBuild social capital, knowledge, and experience for positive civic leadership and problem-solving, now and for the future
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State of North Carolina
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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North Carolina Civics Committee Member
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May 2023 - Present
The NC3 is a state affiliate of CivXNow. Seed funding is provided by iCivics. Led by the steering team, NC3 is coordinated by GenerationNation with help from Lumin Strategies. Highlight and share information about NC civic education resources and programs. Convene youth and adult stakeholders for engagement and dialogue about civic literacy and youth civic leadership in NC. Serve as a resource about effective civic learning policy and practices. Advance interest in civic education in NC. The NC3 is a state affiliate of CivXNow. Seed funding is provided by iCivics. Led by the steering team, NC3 is coordinated by GenerationNation with help from Lumin Strategies. Highlight and share information about NC civic education resources and programs. Convene youth and adult stakeholders for engagement and dialogue about civic literacy and youth civic leadership in NC. Serve as a resource about effective civic learning policy and practices. Advance interest in civic education in NC.
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City of Charlotte
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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All-American City Award Delegation Member Charlotte NC
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Apr 2023 - Jun 2023
The 2023 All-America City Award will recognize communities that are working to improve the health and well-being of young people, with particular attention to efforts that engage young people in this work. Democracy thrives when all residents are active and engaged in the policies and decisions that shape their lives. The 2023 award seek to identify communities that are breaking down barriers to meaningful youth participation and enacting programs that will improve quality of life for youth, and, by extension, all members of the community. Show less
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Education
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2023 - 2025
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Political Science and Government -
2019 - 2023
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Political Science, Political Science and Government -
2017 - 2022
Charlotte Engineering Early College
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