When we fail to include people, not only do we hurt the feelings and self-esteem of others, we refuse ourselves the experiences and friendships that could’ve blossomed if we weren’t so closed minded. Inclusion is accepting differences and choosing to see the good in everyone. Refusing to include someone just because of their gender, race, religious background, etc. only does you a disservice and won’t do anything to make the world a safer, happier place to live in.
My name is Rozharia Riley and I’m a 10th grader studying online at Griggs International Academy. I spend a lot of time in front of a computer so getting outside is extremely important to me. Among playing tennis, swimming, and track, I have also been involved in volleyball, krav ma ga, and various other physical activities. Cardio is my favorite form of physical exercise. One of my favorite things to do is jump onto the elliptical at home or walk on the track and play some music in my headphones. I could spend all day doing that!
I am also the author of children’s book, “The Girl With A Million Hairstyles”, a book about being yourself even when others discourage and try to change you. This is one of the many reasons why the theme #InspireInclusion is so important to me.
“When we include each other, everyone wins”!
Number 6. In the Series is: Chambria Dalhouse
Occupation: Production Officer - CNCF
Bachelor of Music in Music Production and Performance
Masters in Music Performance
Former Female Boxer for the Cayman Islands National Team 2014-2018
Female Flyweight Gold Winner for Caribbean Championship in 2017
Quote:
“Beauty is inclusion- every size, every color- that’s the world I live in.” #InspireInclusion
Number 7. In the Series is: Ashantae Graham - 20 years old
Currently attending the University of Birmingham (UK), pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Sports, Exercise and Health Sciences.
2022 Associate Degree in Science University College of the Cayman Islands (UCCI) - GPA of 3.40.
Sport: Track and Field
School: University of Birmingham
National Representation:
2014 C.U.T Games - Trinidad and Tobago; 2016 C.U.T Games - British Virgin Islands
2017 CARIFTA Games - Curacao; 2018 CARIFTA Games - The Bahamas
2019 CARIFTA Games - Cayman Islands; 2022 CARIFTA Games - Jamaica
2023 NATWEST Island Games - Guernsey, United Kingdom
2023 NACAC U23 Championships - Costa Rica
Sports Achievement:
* Senior National Record Holder in the Long Jump - July 2023
* Bronze medalist in Long Jump at 2023 NATWEST Island Games - July 2023
* Top World U20 in Long Jump - April 2022
* Top World U18 in Long Jump - April 2022
Hobbies: In my spare time, when I’m not doing academics/athletics, I like to cook, listen to podcasts, and watch YouTube videos.
Quote: “Inclusion begins with recognizing the extraordinary strength that comes with diversity, and uniqueness of every woman while encouraging a world where all are welcomed and respected”. #InspireInclusion
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