Meet Jemiah Williams of Arlington, Texas, Howard University Class of 2021, and future Legal Correspondent.
At an early age, Jemiah asked herself an important question, “what can I do to make a difference in the lives of others?” Searching for the answer led her to Howard University (HU), where she decided to major in Strategic Management and Legal Communications.
“WFF is consistent about the way it treats all awardees. If you need advice, help, networking, etc. WFF helps you through.” — Jemiah Williams
“My experiences at Howard,” she stated in an interview with WFF staff “has been once in a lifetime. It has opened doors and helped me meet and network with many successful Black leaders.” And it is this experience that has informed her decision to become a policy attorney focused on issues impacting under served communities.
Jemiah’s high school career was highlighted by track & field and acting. But, her role as leader within the local NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People) impressed her to become involved in Howard University campus life as a role model and mentor. Jemiah is an active member of HU’s Mock Trial team, a mentor for the HU All Abroad Mentorship program, and a part of the Howard University Alternative Spring Break (HUASB) program
Jemiah has represented Howard University as a role model and Fellow with the University of California (UC) Summer Institute for Emerging Managers and Leaders (SIEML) program. This year she is a summer intern with Holland & Knight LLP
When asked why the Williams-Franklin Foundation (WFF) was essential to her and awardees, Jemiah stated, “WFF is consistent about the way it treats all awardees. If you need advice, help, networking, etc. WFF helps you through.”
Q: Describe your leadership before you came to Howard Univeristy and now?
A: Before attending Howard, I was heavily involved in school leadership opportunities. Now I have found myself to be a leader in the workplace, within my various internship opportunities.
Q: What are your thoughts on the community?
A: I believe that a community needs to collective working together to assure that everyone can fulfill their needs and dreams at their own pace.
Q: What advice would you give to upcoming scholars?
A: I would advise upcoming scholars to not be afraid of reaching out to the WFF Board concerning any of their pursuits. Additionally, I would encourage them to always remember that their goals are attainable, all things may not work out the first time but don’t be afraid to try again.
