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Multiracial Teens

Samahra(rise) was created by mixed teens for mixed teens.
Our app is fun, inclusive, empowering, affirming, supportive, and positive.
We celebrate our differences and similarities with daily affirmations & creative prompts, reflect on our multicultural experiences, and connect with other multicultural teens. We work to advance justice and make the world a better place.
We are powerful as individuals and as a community. Together, we rise.
Evidence-Based
Intentional
Proactive
Dedicated to parents of multiracial children to support positive, healthy, and celebrated racial identity development
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Our Team

Jalaya Alexander
Co-Founder & Director of Youth Engagement

Nickolas Alcazar
Software Engineer

Natasha Clarke
UK Lead & Artist

Pourya Dehghan
CTO

Marissa McCullough
Education Consultant

Brian Morales
Software Engineer
Consultant
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Christina Lartey
Group Facilitator & Thought Partner

Lynn VanderWielen
CEO & Co-Founder
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