Na’ilah Amaru was featured as the Student Spotlight in the CUNY Graduate Center’s Political Science newsletter, HOMO POLITICUS.
In her interview, she shared her journey from grassroots organizing to lobbying and academia, highlighting her focus on building coalitions to influence policy and budget decisions. She also discussed how her studies at the Graduate Center are deepening her understanding of the intersection between academic research and political advocacy, emphasizing the importance of creating actionable tools that empower communities to drive real-world change.