As the member service year continues forward, we’d like to take this time to focus on this month’s AmeriCorps Member Spotlight, Di'Avian Foster. Di'Avian is originally from New Jersey and pursued her education at Georgia State University where she studied Political Science. Her passion for the success of scholars brought her to Hands On Atlanta, where Di'Avian serves as a tutor at Bunche Middle School. Di'Avian has gone the extra mile during her time with Hands On Atlanta where she’s exemplified professionalism, respect, and a high level of care for the work that she does. She has gone out of her way to implement the creative use of multiplication/division cards to assist her students in achieving their math goals. Additionally, Di'Avian has become a regular volunteer during our Saturday Discovery sessions. She’s a team player that makes the best of each opportunity to impact the lives of scholars within our partner schools.

We recently caught up with Di'Avian to learn a little more about her and why she’s chose a year of service with Hands On Atlanta:

What do you love about Atlanta?

I love that the opportunities are limitless in Atlanta and there is something for everybody.

Why did you join AmeriCorps?

During my final semester of grad school, I knew that I wanted to take a service year while I was preparing to go to law school. After doing some research I came across the AmeriCorps program with Hands On Atlanta and it just made sense for me to gain experience working with youth while also giving back to my community.

What do you like most about working with your students?

I love building relationships with my kids and seeing them come out of their shells. I also love when their faces light up when they finally overcome any obstacles they are facing.

What do you hope to gain from this experience?

I hope to learn more about myself and who I am as a person.  I also want to make an impact, no matter how big or small, in the lives of my students that they will remember for years to come.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

In 5 years, I see myself just finishing law school and getting ready to start my career as an attorney. I also see myself working in the nonprofit sector, either starting my own nonprofit helping the children of incarcerated youth or working for an already established nonprofit.

When you’re not tutoring, what do you like to do for fun?

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy volunteering, reading, and journaling.

Help us thank Di’Avian for her dedication and commitment towards making a difference in the communities we serve by commenting below or sharing her spotlight!