Maman Cooper
Youth Leadership Programs
Maman Cooper currently works as an Academic Coordinator, supporting students in their academics at Capitol Squash in Hartford, CT. Capitol Squash is an urban youth athletic and academic program supporting students’ grades 4+ with the goal of college. Maman previously taught at an all-boys private school in Hartford for two years upon graduating from the University of Connecticut (UConn). She loves working out, reading and watching educational and inspirational messages for pleasure. Also, she always loves and appreciates a great heart to heart talk no matter how difficult the topic, ones communicated respectfully, believing genuine dialogue is a vehicle for creating a better world.
Her upcoming goals and aspirations are obtaining a law degree. Maman wants to work with non-profits and the government to provide and strengthen education for students and children in undeserving communities, especially in her homeland, Liberia, West Africa. Maman also aspires to make the world a more just place through giving people exposure and having more open dialogues.