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Nicole [She/Her]

Founder - Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion - Programs & Partnerships - People & Culture - Social Justice

Professional Background

Nicole Young-Turner is a dynamic, mission-driven leader in the fields of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), program strategy, and community engagement. With over a decade of experience, she has been instrumental in building innovative initiatives that empower people, optimize organizations, and impact communities. Nicole's career has been characterized by her commitment to creating inclusive environments where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and inspired to contribute their unique talents towards advancing organizational goals.

As the Founder and Principal Consultant at KALEIDOSCOPE VILLAGE, Nicole continues her passion for promoting diversity and fostering relationships that drive social impact. Her previous roles include Diversity Recruitment Manager at Teach For America, Regional Program Director for Black Girls CODE, and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Strategist at Rocketship Public Schools, where she has consistently demonstrated her expertise in cultivating connections and developing high-impact programs in collaboration with various partners.

Nicole’s notable achievements include co-founding the LGBTQ Community Initiative at Teach For America, where she designed and marketed the pioneering quarterly LGBTQ Brave Education Summits. This initiative has grown into one of the largest and longest-running conference series within Teach For America, serving over 5,000 participants nationally. Nicole’s leadership has allowed her to effectively mobilize diverse teams, focusing on talent acquisition and development strategies that achieve remarkable satisfaction among volunteers and reduced turnover rates.

Education and Achievements

Nicole holds a Bachelor of Science in Science, Technology, and Culture from the Georgia Institute of Technology, where she graduated with high honors and consistently made the Dean's List. Her education laid the groundwork for her successful career and deep commitment to social impact initiatives.

Throughout her career, Nicole has spearheaded numerous initiatives and built strategic partnerships that have garnered substantial funding and support. Notably, she has forged affiliations with major organizations such as Google, AT&T, LinkedIn, Salesforce, and Paypal, enabling her to raise over $1 million in funds and in-kind donations to support her programs.

As a passionate advocate for DEI, Nicole has designed and facilitated more than 20 learning experiences and workshops tailored for diverse audiences across sectors including education, nonprofit and technology. Her expertise has led her to be sought after as a keynote panelist and speaker, where she shares her insights on promoting equity within LGBTQ and Communities of Color.

Achievements

Nicole Young-Turner's leadership journey showcases numerous impressive accomplishments:

  • Co-Founding LGBTQ Community Initiative: At Teach For America, Nicole played a significant role in launching an initiative aimed at fostering inclusivity within the education sector, culminating in the establishment of a widely attended conference series.
  • Fundraising Success: Through her ability to cultivate strategic partnerships, Nicole has successfully raised over $1 million in funding, facilitating the scaling of programs that promote inclusivity and social responsibility.
  • Leadership Development: Nicole has positively influenced the talent development landscape by coaching and supervising more than 120 volunteers and staff members, achieving remarkable satisfaction metrics and reducing staff turnover.
  • Workshop Facilitation and Expertise: Not only has her work involved direct engagement with communities and teams, but she has also crafted and delivered impactful training sessions emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nicole’s exceptional blend of talents and her unwavering dedication to uplifting marginalized voices make her a powerful force for change in the realm of diversity and inclusion. Her career exemplifies how nurturing relationships, creating strategic initiatives, and advocating for underserved communities can breed significant growth and progress, thereby leaving a lasting legacy in the organizations and communities she serves.

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Atlanta, Georgia, United States