Hello everyone! My name is Fatoumata Sylla. I am an intern at the Institute for Workforce Excellence.
I was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, but my family is originally from Guinea, which is located on the west side of Africa. I currently attend Indiana University Indianapolis, where I am currently a sophomore majoring in Law in Liberal Arts and Public Policy with a minor in Leadership and Military Science and a certificate in Paralegal Studies.
I am heavily involved on campus where I serve on two executive boards (Event Coordinator for the African Student Association and Secretary for the NAACP), as well as being a mentor with DEAP (Diversity, Enrichment and Achievement Program), Student Leader for the Orientation Team and the Black Student Union. This helps me stay connected to campus as well as helping the students around me and my community.
I started off as an apprentice through the Modern Apprenticeship Program, but after my apprenticeship was over, I started my internship with the Institute for Workforce Excellence. I enjoy working with the team because I have the opportunity to learn new skills and share my ideas as well. I want to thank my supervisor Natalie Wenzler, who reached out to me to continue my apprenticeship. Did I mention she was also my supervisor at The Markle Foundation?
I am thrilled to continue my journey with the Institute for Workforce Excellence and continue to connect with the individuals I work with.
