Doing Good: USC Nonprofit Leaders Shaping America's Future

Discover the power of young leaders changing the world through nonprofits! USC alumni share their incredible journeys in the nonprofit sector and reveal what it really takes to make a difference. CPF Managing Director Kamy Akhavan joins nonprofit leaders for a conversation packed with invaluable advice and real-world stories. From raising funds to navigating career paths, these leaders open up about their challenges, triumphs, and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.

Featuring:

• Teya Hisel: Former Policy Manager, Downtown Women’s Center; Founder, advocaSC; Incoming MSW Student, U Chicago
• Joanna Maniti: Founder/CEO, Cherish Hearts International; Former Director of Communications, Girls in Tech, USC
• Taylor Ryan: Intern, American Foundation for Suicide Prevention; Founder, Team Sabrina Inc.; Masters in Social Entrepreneurship, USC Class of 2025
• Ava Sanchez: Account Coordinator, JCI Worldwide; Former Fellow, Coro Southern California; Founder/Mentor, Ava Edits Essays
• Kira Sano: Founder/Executive Director, KiraKira; Consultant, Upwork; Director, American Cancer Society, Cancer Action Network
• Kayla Williams: Founder, Little Bucketz basketball camp; Former Guard, USC Women's Basketball
• Kamy Akhavan: Managing Director, USC Center for the Political Future; Instructor, USC Distinguished Leaders Program