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Featured Girl Of The Week!

Name: Shelly-Ann Wheeler
Age: 17 years old
City: Mount Vernon, New York
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What is your dream job and why?
My dream job is to become an International Real Estate Attorney and eventually a Judge.
Which hobbies & passions do you enjoy?
I enjoy writing poetry and doing spoken word
What’s your fav song to jam out to right now?
My favorite song is Bag lady – Erykah Badu
If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?
If I could change one thing about the world it would be the minds of the people from their stereotypical beliefs and ignorance.
What does empowerment mean to you?
To me, Empowerment is embodying the roles of a true leader whether its extrovert or introvert.
How have you helped someone in your life lately?
 Recently I helped someone with their college application process.
Who is your role model and why?
My role model is Maya Angelou because her voice resonated  in me and every poem I write now is in her tribute.
You’re a rock star, Shelly-Ann!
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Feature, Latest | by — April 21, 2014

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Name: Isis Jo

Age: 14

City: New York, NY

Grade: 8

What is your dream job and why?

I want to be a filmmaker. I want to capture moments in people’s lives. There’s so many stories waiting to be told!

Which hobbies do you enjoy?

Make-up, watching Vine videos, doing my nails, and thinking.

Who is your biggest crush?

Michael B. Jordan

What’s your fav song to jam out to right now?

Electric Lady by Janelle Monae

If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?

Every child in the world could get a good education and that nobody dies of hunger.

What does empowerment mean to you?

When you accomplish your biggest obstacle.

What are your plans after high school?

My plans are go to college and make films.

How have you helped someone in your life lately?

I recently helped pick up a woman’s change on the street. I just felt like being nice.

Who is your role model and why?

Azealia Banks and Julie Andrews. They are such beautiful people and know what they want to do in their lives!