Margaret Robinson, volunteer, New York:
“I volunteered because I believe in what they are doing and I wanted to be a part of it.
I was here on Jan. 25 when they had the career development. I thought that was really great. They went through the 21st Century of how to find work and the importance of social networking — especially for me; I hate social networking. But I found other people with whom I’ve worked who have found new jobs through LinkedIn and other social networks. So I see how important it is now and I’m starting to work with it a little bit more. And also the one-on-ones, where they showed what needs to be done on your resume to where it’s more viewable and not go into the trash. So I think it’s a very important conference that I had attended.”
Kimberly Ford, Director of minority inclusion, National Collegiate Athletic Association, Indianapolis.
“I came to represent the NCAA and to strengthen the relationship with Rev. Jackson and the work that he does with Rainbow PUSH. I’m just trying to continue the education about the NCAA; to identify who we are as an organization and why we support the graduation of our African American student-athletes as well as advancing them into opportunities as administrators.
Just the opportunities to network were very important, and meet people who are encouraged and want to make changes happen.”
