Today we’d like to introduce you to Daniella Pierre.
Hi Daniella, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
As an only child, I’ve always longed to be a part of something big and on the behalf of others. I got my start in social justice and community service back when I was a young child serving as Girl Scout. It was during those moments and years that I learned and discovered early on the value of giving back, kindness, teamwork and the importance of making the world a better place for all. Throughout the years, after losing my home to foreclosure and being priced out of the rental market, it further compelled me to commit even more to advocacy.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle free, but so far would you say the journey have been a fairly smooth road?
The work of social justice and community service is not easy. It shouldn’t be. Change isn’t easy. It takes lots of grit, thick skin, responsibility, time, commitment, courage, and perseverance. Some of the challenges faced along the way includes navigating the process towards change. Oftentimes, most of the problems in society have existed for years; therefore, what it takes to make things better and more equitable for all, just won’t happen overnight.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Daniella Pierre is a former student of Jan Mann Educational Center, Job Corps, a longtime resident of Miami-Dade County, and an alumna of Florida International University’s Chapman Graduate School of Business. Daniella is currently employed by Miami-Dade County Public Schools, where she serves within the Department of Title I Administration. As a first-generation high school and college graduate, Daniella is passionate about educational equity, issues affecting women and young girls as well as affordable housing. She is also a staunch advocate for human rights and community affairs. In 2020, after serving for many years and completing the NAACP’s National Leadership Program – NextGen, Daniella was elected President of the Miami-Dade Branch of the NAACP. Since serving as president of the Branch, Daniella has worked to build upon its rich legacy, mentor the next generation of leaders, promote technology and introduce countless advocacy initiatives towards advancing the Black community. In her spare time, Daniella enjoys reading public policy, researching civil rights history, and tweeting.
Is there anyone you’d like to thank or give credit to?
My grandmother inspired me throughout my life. She instilled in me a lot of the qualities and mannerisms that I possess now and still working on. While working at Miami Dade College, many of my former colleagues and supervisors took the time to mentor and coach me along the way. By the same token, several colleagues within Miami-Dade County Public Schools also played a role in my professional growth and development as well. My NAACP family has also played a big role in my advocacy efforts. I am forever grateful for all the support.
Contact Info:
- Email: DANIELLAPIERRE@LIVE.COM
- Website: MIAMIDADENAACP.COM
- Twitter: @daniella4change
Image Credits
Carl Juste Emily Michot
