Niishia has seen her share of rough times. She overcame a challenging living condition, battled a coma-inducing illness at the age of 11 and lost her mother early in life. Once you hear her story of perseverance, you’ll quickly realize there isn’t much this talented teenager can’t overcome.
Niishia is now applying to college and participates in many extra-curricular activities at East High School. Matched up with a Goodwill facilitator and mentor, she is involved in an open-mic group called Wake Up!, as well as Peace Jam and The Black Student Alliance. Niishia has a gift for public speaking and poetry, and translates her feelings and aspirations into spoken word performances to inspire others.
Niishia continues to move forward, balancing the challenges of academics, caring for her younger sister and grandmother, and moving on toward college. She is a strong, dedicated young woman with limitless potential.
