Aja Holland
About Aja Holland
Aja Holland's Current Role: Program Manager, Worker Success
Aja Holland serves as the Program Manager for Worker Success. In this role, Aja focuses on developing and implementing programs that support worker success and career development. This position involves managing various initiatives aimed at enhancing the career pathways for young adults and ensuring they have access to post-secondary education opportunities.
Aja Holland's Previous Role: Community Impact Manager with United Way
Before her current role, Aja Holland held the position of Community Impact Manager with United Way of the National Capital Area. During her tenure, she was responsible for several community-based programs, addressing local needs and ensuring that organizations had the resources necessary to make a significant impact. Her work included supporting and guiding local organizations in meeting the community's needs.
Aja Holland's Educational Background: Sociology and Cultural Anthropology
Aja Holland holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology and Cultural Anthropology from Spelman College. This educational background provided her with a strong foundation in understanding societal structures and cultural dynamics, which she applies in her various roles, particularly in developing community-focused programs and initiatives.
Aja Holland's Experience in Program Development
Aja Holland has gained extensive experience in program development, particularly through managing community-based programs. Her expertise lies in creating and implementing initiatives that focus on post-secondary education and career pathways for young adults. This experience has allowed her to be effective in her role as Program Manager, focusing on worker success and community impact.
Aja Holland's Leadership in Racial Equity Project with Arlington County
Aja Holland played a pivotal role in Arlington County’s Racial Equity project by leading an initiative to define a funding competition. This project aimed at addressing racial inequities within the community, and Aja's leadership was essential in shaping the competition and ensuring its alignment with the county's equity goals.