Meet OJS’ Student Leaders
Youth Leadership Ambassadors are highly driven students within Operation Jump Start, who have a strong urge to give back to the community and lead by example. These students are motivated by personal growth, challenge, and global change. They participate in a wide range of opportunities that enable them to share their voice in the community as young advocates, become a helping hand through volunteer work, and assist in making OJS events possible. Additionally, Youth Leadership Ambassadors work in a collaborative setting and set the tone for all Operation Jump Start students.
Esmeralda Benitez
12th Grade
Natalie Iniguez
12th Grade
Samantha Ho
12th Grade
Melissa Tello
10th Grade
Stephanie Delgado
12th Grade
Esmeralda Hernandez
12th Grade
Jessica Vallejo
12th Grade
Victoria Nhean
11th Grade
Jackeline Perez
10th Grade
Andrea Perez
10th Grade
Daisy Delgado
12th Grade
Elissa Garcia
10th Grade
Angelica Benitez
9th Grade
Who leads the leaders? Meet Emily…
Emily Garcia
Youth Leadership Coordinator (OJS Alumna – Class of 2014)
Emily joined the OJS team in February 2020 as a Youth Leadership Coordinator. As an OJS Alumna, Emily first started in OJS as a 9th grader in 2010 and is excited to return to the organization that gave her so many memorable experiences. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies at Cal State Long Beach. Emily serves as the staff liaison for the Youth Leadership Ambassadors, aiming to create an inclusive and positive learning environment that gives OJS students the opportunity to grow as leaders.
When not at OJS, you can find Emily enjoying an outdoor run, hiking near the mountains, and camping.
Connect with Emily: emily@operationjumpstart.org
Interested in joining OJS’ Youth Leadership Ambassadors? Fill out the form below and we’ll reach out to you as soon as possible!