AMINAH HARRIS

Aminah Harris, President of Elevation Scholars, is a seasoned leader and advocate for educational equity with over 15 years of experience transforming the lives of underrepresented youth. Starting as one of the organization’s first full-time hires, she swiftly rose to Program Director, overseeing a diverse team and managing operations serving over 300 students annually. 

Under her leadership, Elevation Scholars grew from an initial cohort of five scholars to over 130, with a budget increase from $300,000 to over $1.3 million. Aminah’s strategic initiatives include program model enhancements, grant writing, and fostering partnerships to provide impactful career pathways for students.