Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta

Meet Tatum: Youth of the Year for John H. Harland Boys & Girls Club

Long read · 2026

Tatum

Club membership: Joined in 2020

Post-Secondary/Career Interest: To go to nursing school and become a travel nurse.

How has your Club supported your goals for college, post-secondary education, and career? My Club has been taking me on college trips, and having college fairs.

Why is it important for the youth to use their voice in today’s society? It’s important for the youth to hear my voice because hearing from another person around their age and having them see all the things I’m achieving might just encourage them.

Short Bio: Tatum is a 17-year-old senior who credits Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta helping her mentally with overcoming her emotions.

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