Leadership Equity and Education Ambassadors: Who we are!

Meet Our Team 

The LEEA team is composed of passionate student leaders dedicated to positively impacting campus. Our team members – Jannat Yaqobi, Sakina Hassanali, and Nebiyou Timotewos – bring unique perspectives and experiences that contribute to our collective goal: to uplift and train York’s student leaders.  
 

• Jannat Yaqobi: As a fourth-year criminology student and one of your Leadership Equity and Education Ambassadors, I am passionate about building meaningful connections within the community. As a co-host of Student Conversations: Stories and Lessons, I engage in thoughtful discussions aimed at inspiring and empowering student leaders! My love for reading, writing, and traveling keeps me constantly seeking new ways to grow, both personally and as a leader.
• Sakina Hassanali: I am thrilled to be a co-host of SCLD’s first podcast, Student Conversations: Stories & Lessons. I am a third-year student majoring in Global Politics and minoring in Human Rights (because why not try to save the world right?!). If you see me strolling around campus, swing by for a chat - I'm always up for one!
• Nebiyou Timotewos: I am truly honoured to represent the amazing, diverse, and inspiring student body on campus. As a student pursuing a major, minor, and certificate, I understand the stresses of student life. However, I believe in the importance of finding balance within our community. I am excited for this year as we work together to create a socially purposeful campus.

Our Goals 

At the core of our mission is a commitment to train and educate student leaders across campus. We aim to help you develop the leadership skills essential for creating inclusive, equitable, and impactful spaces within your student organizations and communities. Whether you are an executive member of a student org, part of a college council, or simply looking to enhance your leadership abilities, our team is here to support you.  

Our Services 

Throughout the academic year, we will be offering a series of monthly workshops designed to address the needs of student organizations, college council executives, and leaders across campus. These workshops will cover topics like conflict management, social responsibility, and effective meeting planning. Keep an eye out for registration opportunities, and do not miss the chance to participate in these transformative sessions.  

Workshops

• Overcoming Fear of Failure - Wed September 25th 2024
• The Art of Planning meetings - Wed October 23rd 2024
• Building autonomy in peer groups - Wed November 27th 2024
• Conflict Management - Wed January 22nd 2025
• Leading with Social Responsibility - Wed February 26th 2025
• Social Media: An Effective Tool for Leadership - Wed March 26th 2025

• Strategic thinking and leadership - Wed September 18th 2024
• Leadership, Communication, and Impact - Wed October 24th 2024
• Student Councils and Leadership Excellence - Wed November 20th 2024
• Leading with Social Responsibility - Wed January 15th 2025
• Leading with Patience - Wed February 26th 2025
• Leadership Coaching - Wed March 19th 2025

Keep a look out: The Podcast! 

We are also excited to share that the LEEA team will be releasing a brand-new podcast, “Student Conversations: Stories and Lessons.” This podcast will feature discussions with student leaders of York, focusing on leadership journeys, personal growth, and lessons learned. Stay tuned for more details on how to tune in to these inspiring conversations. 

Get Involved!  

Are you passionate about leadership, equity, and creating positive change? We encourage you to get involved with the Leadership, Equity, and Education Ambassadors team! Whether by attending out workshops, participating in our podcast discussions, or requesting a workshops for our club or college council, there are many ways to engage with us!