Regina Jackson: A Pioneer in Youth Advocacy
Regina Jackson, a native of Oakland and University of California, Berkeley graduate, has been a driving force in youth advocacy for over three decades.
She served as the President and CEO of the East Oakland Youth Development Center (EOYDC) for 27 years, starting in 1994, and has been instrumental in reimagining the organization's impact on the community.
Children are to be seen, they are to be heard and they are to lead.
This core belief has guided Jackson's work, challenging traditional notions about youth and empowering them to take charge of their lives and create positive change in their communities.
Her book, Unleashed Potential: How Youth Lead the Way to a Stronger Future, released last year, has become a best-seller, cementing her legacy as a champion of youth empowerment.
Author's summary: Regina Jackson is a renowned youth advocate.
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