Sean Connell graduated from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth with bachelor degrees in Political Science and Women & Gender Studies. He has worked on several social justice campaigns and became an AmeriCorps VISTA member at uthBuild, a program for at risk youth. At VISTA, he helped with grants, case management and served as a lead teacher. Sean equips students with GED/HiSET skill, resume building and professional communication and networking. Sean also oversees a community group engaging the youth of Fall River to address issues of violence and discrimination. He is passionate about education and giving every student a chance at success. "I'm incredibly excited to join the SOWMA team as site coordinator at the Fall River Family Resource Center!"