Attorney General Schwalb Announces Recipients of the 2024 “Right Direction Awards”

• facebook
• email
• print
• X

Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb today announced the 31 awardees who will be recognized at the 2024 Right Direction Awards this evening, awards that celebrate the resiliency, leadership, and achievements of District youth and emerging adults, as well as exceptional adults who support and empower them.

"So many young people in the District are doing extraordinary things, often against extraordinary odds. It's crucial that we celebrate their achievements, recognize their potential, and support them," said Attorney General Schwalb. "Our office's Right Direction Awards showcase a core group of these young changemakers, honor their resiliency and leadership, and celebrate the remarkable efforts they're taking to make DC a better place to live, work, and visit."

About the Right Direction Awards:
Tonight, we will celebrate 29 "Champions Rising to the Challenge" who have demonstrated perseverance through adversity, acted as change agents and leaders, and worked to have a positive impact on their community and improve the lives of others. Many of the young people being honored tonight have overcome significant challenges including homelessness, gun violence, and parental incarceration. We will also honor 2 adults who have made significant contributions to the empowerment, support, and advocacy of young people.

Since establishing the Right Direction Awards in 2015, the Office of the Attorney General has recognized over 220 young people as Right Direction Award recipients.

How to Attend the 2024 Right Direction Awards Ceremony:

When: Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 6:00pm
Where: Old Council Chambers (441 4^th Street NW)

2024 Right Direction Award Recipients

• Aaliyah Mathis, 18 years old, Ward 5
• Ahmad Woodard, 24 years old, Ward 8
• April Norman, 17 years old, Ward 8
• Ay'Maya Murchison, 19 years old, Ward 7
• Ayotunde Ejiko, 18 years old, Ward 7
• Ayrrika James, 18 years old, Ward 8
• Brielle Young, 14 years old, Ward 8
• Courtland McNair, 20 years old, Ward 7
• Daniel Barnes, 18 years old, Ward 8
• David Adams, 21 years old, Ward 7
• Dawuan Mclean, 17 years old, Ward 5
• Deniesha Tyree, 21 years old, Ward 6
• Donzeal Davis, 18 years old, Ward 8
• Emani McNeil, 17 years old, Ward 2
• Jajuan Burley, 18 years old, Ward 8
• Jamari Mcilwain, 17 years old, Ward 8
• Jordan Williams, 17 years old, Ward 7
• Kai Webb, 15 years old, Ward 8
• Lourdes Robinson, 18 years old, Ward 5
• Lucious Crawford, 18 years old, Ward 4
• Marlon Holder, Jr., 14 years old, Ward 8
• Mike Adjanla, 17 years old, Ward 7
• Mya Stuckey, 18 years old, Ward 5
• Nevaeh Simpson, 17 years old, Ward 7
• Nya Tucker, 18 years old, Ward 7
• Raikez Cofield, 19 years old, Ward 8
• RaMal Randall, 14 years old, Ward 8
• Sydney Mack, 18 years old, Ward 8
• Trinity Tinker, 15 years old, Ward 6
• Salih Williams, Program Director, Deanwood Radio Broadcast Youth Journalism Program - Youth Empowerment Recognition Award
• Latisha Coleman, Principal, John Hayden Johnson Middle School - Youth Empowerment Recognition Award