Her name is Venkayla Haynes, and she is the sole HBCU student representing for historically black colleges and universities amongst an important group of decision makers.
Today, the It’s On Us campaign announced its Student Advisory Committee, an new initiative to provide exemplary student leaders with a larger role in bringing the It’s On Us message to campuses and communities across the country. The 17 members selected to be a part of the committee will not only play an integral role in activating new students on campuses nationwide, but will also serve as student thought leaders and help shape both national and local outreach strategy.
“We’re thrilled to have these outstanding young leaders working alongside the It’s On Us campaign to develop innovative ways of reaching more people at both the local and national levels,” said Kristin Avery, “It’s On Us” campaign manager. “The growth of this movement depends on individuals like the ones in this group organizing on a grassroots level, and we’re excited to see them empower their peers to step up and end campus sexual assault.”
The students were selected after a month long application process through which over 100 students applied. The following students are the inaugural group selected for the Student Advisory Committee: read more
