Meet the Team

Our team is dedicated to creating spaces for youth to grow, explore, and serve their communities.

OUR BOARD

OUR BOARD

LATORYA WALKER

FOUNDER

  • I'm a globetrotter, community advocate, & a Clark Atlanta University alumna (where I took my first flight). I have nine years of experience working with middle and high school kids. My present job is in the technology sector, where I seek to diversify the workforce. InterCulturalYouth, also known as ICY or ICY Abroad, was founded to give underserved youth access to foreign travel. My long-term goal is to incorporate travel into the K–12 core curriculum to expose students to diverse cultures, careers, & perspectives.

CRYSTAL SPEARS

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

  • Public school educator for over 11 years. Currently in San Antonio working as a Special Education Coordinator. I entered the profession through Teach for America and enjoyed supporting students. I love working with students and providing experiences that inevitably impact their life trajectories.

TANYA FARIRAYI

GLOBAL LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

  • Licensed Therapist with 9 years of experience in the education and mental health field. Currently work as Program Manager for a software engineering immersive program. My professional journey started in the classroom. I love helping student discover their true potential as they navigate this world.

RECRUITMENT CHAIRMAN

JULIAN SERRACIN

  • Youth Development professional with over 10 years of experience working in the Metro Atlanta area. Currently a Community Mobilization Program manager for the Georgia Depart of Public Health overseeing youth development programs across the state. I am highly dedicated to providing opportunities to youth and communities in need.