Tupac Personal Statement

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“I’m not saying I’m gonna change the world, but I guarantee that I will spark the brain that will” by Tupac Shakur. This quote has grounded me in my life’s dedication toward empowering young people because as cliché as it may be, they are the future. I believe that one of the greatest tragedies of society is the severe lack of opportunities and resources for youth. I hope to address these inequities and empower youth leadership through the UC Davis Community Development Masters program.

I’ve participated in several community based participatory research projects that have refined my interest in youth development. I served on the media advisory team for the “Healthy Youth/Healthy Regions” report developed by the UC Davis Center for Regional

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