As executive director of the Nashville Freedom School Partnership, Ashiya Swan (she/her) oversees the implementation of transformative educational programs inspired by the legacy of the Freedom Schools and operated in partnership with the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) Freedom Schools. She leads initiatives aimed at empowering K-12 youth with a curriculum centered on literacy, social justice and civic engagement. As a mindfulness coach, yoga instructor and circle facilitator, Ashiya specializes in self-care, stress management and workplace wellness in corporations and nonprofits. Ashiya holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Spelman College and a master’s degree in biology from Tennessee State University.