Lilli Kashef Hamadani Lilli is joining GTECH as a Policy and Research Intern for the summer of 2017. She has completed the first year of her Master of Public Policy and Management program at Carnegie Mellon University’s Heinz College. With a background in Political Science and Anthropology from San Francisco State University and a strong affinity for environmental restoration, she is excited to apply her knowledge to environmental and community issues. Before moving to Pittsburgh, Lilli worked in a multitude of organizations ranging…Read More
Breeonia Prioleau For Bree, joining GTECH wasn’t a hard decision. She recalls learning about GTECH on a sunny afternoon in the spring of 2015. She was attending Propel Andrew Street High School and had stayed after school to run her club for video games. Just as she was packing up and about to leave, Bree's Biology teacher pulled her aside and asked about her summer plans, to which Bree replied: “ I just planned on hanging out and possibly getting a job.”…Read More
Ariam Ford-Graver Pronouns: she/her/hers Ariam is a City Planner by trade and self-driven by choice. She is deeply passionate about equitable development, community planning, and land-use policy. Her professional work has focused on community-led land use interventions, resident empowerment, civic education programs, geospatial statistics, and GIS mapping. Ariam holds a Master of City Planning from Boston University and a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Virginia and currently serves on the Board of Propel Schools.Read More
Rachel Bowers Rachel was born and raised outside of Baltimore. After graduating from the University of Maryland with a degree in Environmental Health, Rachel took an interest in environmental justice and urban forestry. Before moving to Pittsburgh, she worked for three years in East Baltimore coordinating projects that educated youth about gardening and the environment. While doing that work, she enjoyed building relationships with her students and seeing how they responded to outdoor environments. At Grounded, she is excited to be a…Read More
Ta’sean Fields Reclaim Central Ambassador "Its imperative we find ways to unite in order to stop the violence and help protect the children"-Ta'sean Fields What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? It is , conveniently located. What inspired you to be an Ambassador? I want to get involved in my community and meet other people who have the desire to do so as well. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? I would love to see…Read More
Louise Powe Reclaim Central Ambassador "Live to love & love to live"-Louise Powe What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? Some public resources available to the residents What inspired you to be an Ambassador? I wanted to get involved of stead of sitting passively on the sideline. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? More community amenities for youth and elders to share.Read More
Shamaiia Watkins Reclaim Central Ambassador "To make a difference you have to be a difference"-Shamaiia Watkins What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? Close knit community feel What inspired you to be an Ambassador? I want to be the difference I seek so why not start in my own community. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? A reduction in the amount of eye soars and more outdoor recreational opportunities.Read More
Brenda Toley Reclaim Central Ambassador "Good neighbors lend things,great neighbors lend themselves."-Brenda Toley What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? Convenient Location What inspired you to be an Ambassador? I've grown tired of not being aware of the opportunities available to us to improve our communities. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? Consideration for your neighbor.Read More
Cheryl Larry Reclaim Central Ambassador "I love Pittsburgh it is home.I'm motivated to make it better of its potential to become a city where all of its residents fully participate in its growth." -Cheryl Larry What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? My favorite thing about the Hill District is its central location, making it very convenient to get around the city. What inspired you to be an Ambassador? An opportunity to help create a sense of community also the…Read More
Pamela Walker Reclaim Central Ambassador "It takes rain,sun and man to make the city live"-Pamela Walker What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? Community unity. What inspired you to be an Ambassador? Retirement and a love for the hill. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? To see these ugly lots transformed into places of beauty.Read More
Phyllis Ghafoor Reclaim Central Ambassador "Rarely in one lifetime does a citizen live in an area that is impoversihed in spots, culturally & economically staggnated.... and obtain a chance to improve"-Phyllis Ghafoor What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? The views & churches. What inspired you to be an Ambassador? Already a Pittsburgh cleansteward-5th ward. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? Reinforcement of a community image which can inspire the younger generation.Read More
Tamaira Binion Reclaim Central Ambassador "Love always wins"-Tamaira Binion. What is your favorite thing about the Hill District? The history, convenient location and the strong sense of community. What inspired you to be an Ambassador? The chance to make our neighborhood a better place. What specific changes would you like to see in your community? Clean spaces/streets, less abandoned homes & more outdoor areas for families to enjoy themselves.Read More