Ava Rai Ford-Professional Perspectives

Episode 14 on Professional Perspectives: Ava Raiford, USA National Miss DC Jr Teen 2020. Hosted by Alisha Gupta Ava Raiford is the reigning USA National Miss DC Jr Teen 2020. Ava is a shining example of someone who is passionate about helping others. Throughout her career in pageantry, she dedicated her time to volunteering local elementary schools by reading her anti-bullying book, "Ava Spreads Love Wherever She Goes". She even shares informative presentations about being respectable and kind within a classroom setting. One of Ava's most accomplished initiative was developing her own personal advocacy 'Ava's Toy Box', where she collects new toys all year and distributes them to local families in need. Ava will showcase all of her skills and accolades at the USA National Miss national pageant this Thanksgiving weekend. She will proudly represent the District of Columbia hoping to capture the prestigious Jr Teen title amongst all 50 states. You can contact her at @usanationalmissdcjrteen2020. The podcast is pre-recorded and will be published on Spotify, Youtube, and Apple Music under ‘Humanity Rising VOICES.’