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Rabbanni FurQaan Rabbanni FurQaan is the President of the 100 Black Men of Phoenix, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for African Americans by enhancing educational and economic opportunities. Locally, he serves as Chair of City of Tempe Human Relations Commission, Incoming Chair of Tempe Community Council, Commissioner on the City

Gabriella Cabrera Gabriella Cabrera is a Government teacher at West Point High School in the Tolleson Union High School District. As the School Participatory Budgeting (SPB) sponsor, she is passionate about civic engagement and creating meaningful, real-world learning experiences for her students. Known for her dedication to education, Gabriella empowers young people to think critically,

Dr. Monique Wells Dr. Wells is a leading authority on education reform. Affectionately called ‘America’s Favorite Teacher’ by students and parents, she believes that closing the achievement gap is a moral and economic imperative. She is called to serve underserved communities where rampant poverty exists. As a transformational leader, visionary, and advocate for change; she

Dr. Toyka Whitley Dr. T. Whitley, a California native now based in Arizona, holds a doctorate in Education: Curriculum and Instruction. Her extensive experience in diverse educational settings fuels her expertise in supporting teachers with inclusive education, instructional strategies, educational technology, and special education. Dr. T.’s commitment extends beyond the classroom as the founder/director of

Tony Mosley M.Ed. Tony Mosley M.Ed. is a school counselor with over 18 years of experience. He comes from a diverse background as his career consists of film, television, and stage acting, professional disc jockey/emcee, Division-1 college athlete & coach. As a certified mindfulness instructor, his experience has led him to create “Breath of Life”,

Dr. Authur (A.J.) Johnson Dr. Authur (A.J.) Johnson currently serves as Director of Student Support for Climate & Culture in the Pendergast Elementary School District. In this leadership role Pendergast has witnessed a decrease in major student disciplinary infractions by 30%. Dr. Johnson’s passion for helping school leaders foster environments conducive for effective teaching and

Corey Benson Corey Benson has serviced thousands of at risk youth for nearly twenty years with an abundance of success! Mr. Benson specializes in supporting students who have been expelled from a regular school setting, either in the role of Director, Principal, teacher or counselor, Mr. Benson has managed success for at risk students in