Aishat Agboola
2024-2025 University of Chicago Scholar
United States & Nigeria
Assistant Director, Immigrant Integration Program
Fostering resilience and self-sufficiency for immigrant communities through educational and career advancement opportunities.
Aishat Agboola is dedicated to supporting immigrant communities’ advancement in the United States. As Assistant Director of the Immigrant Integration Program for the Diaspora Organization, Aishat addresses challenges related to immigrant integration such as language barriers, limited access to education and career opportunities, and a lack of support networks. The Diaspora Organization provides career development workshops and conducts policy advocacy for the diaspora community. Through the Scholars program, Aishat aims to deepen her partnerships with local community centers and educational institutions to expand her organization’s language and skill tutoring programs in a full-time capacity post-graduation. Long-term, Aishat aspires to establish immigrant resource centers in underserved communities, providing comprehensive support services and expanding scholarship programs for immigrant students.
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