Our Why
Next Generation Men & Women was founded in August 2014 by three educators who recognized that students attending Title I Schools (in particular young men and women of color) lacked exposure to professional examples and environments. Lagging graduation rates and post-secondary enrollment did not represent an achievement gap — but an opportunity gap, as students were without the necessary support to graduate and be prepared for College and Career.
Next Gen provides Atlanta youth with regular exposure to career pathways, professionals, work environments and personalized support in the form of Teachers and College Mentors.
Leadership
Board of Directors
Deisha Barnett
UPS
Erica Cummings
Community Volunteer
Joyce Davis
Pearson
Cara Frattasi
Purpose Built Schools Atlanta
Eric Hurst
Georgia Power
Arthur Mills
New Teacher Center
Ashani O'Mard
Atlanta Affordable Housing Fund
Board Chair
Sabrina Serafin
Frazier & Deeter
Treasurer
Rob Schuler
Cox Communications
Secretary
Tori Silas
Smith, Gambrell, Russell LLC
Vice Chair
Kevin Thomas
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Advisory Council
Arlenis Almonte
Chick-fil-A
Jennifer Grove
PLOT My Story
Jessica Johnson
Georgia Chamber of Commerce
Luke Lindsey
American Red Cross
Sara Simonds
Deloitte
JP Ortiz
Microsoft
US Education
Daniel L. Stahl
BDO USA
Christen Wright
CDW Management Group
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Special Events

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Our Community
Alumni
Amadou
NGM Class of 2018
Georgia Tech Class of 2022
Teacher Coach
Ms. Bennett
NGW Class of 2021
Creekside High School
Student
Jordan
NGM Class of 2020
Creekside High School
College Mentor
Paul
NGM Class of 2019
Morehouse College