In this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Nicole Lynn Lewis, founder and chief executive officer of Generation Hope. This non-profit organization provides holistic assistance to young families. Nicole Lynn Lewis shares her story as a young parent attending college, the challenges she faced, and how it served as the inspiration behind her founding of Generation Hope.   Some highlights:- Nicole Lynn Lewis' childhood growing up in communities that didn't have much diversity- 'Your life is over!" Nicole shares her experience finding out she was pregnant while a senior in high school - Nicole Lynn Lewis on what motivated her to finish college with honors- Social Capital and the vital role it played in Nicole Lynn Lewis' journey and can play for all young adults- From communications to non-profit; what inspired Nicole Lynn Lewis to switch careers and start Generation Hope- Lack of diversity: the additional challenges many leaders of color face in trying to raise funds for their non-profits- How Generation Hope's 'holistic wraparound model' works- Why Nicole Lynn Lewis believes flexibility is crucial for the future of higher education- Generation Hope's plans on extending their impact Mentioned:Terri Freeman, board member at Generation HopeConnect with Nicole Lynn Lewis:Generation Hope WebsiteNicole Lynn Lewis WebsiteNicole Lynn Lewis on LinkedInNicole Lynn Lewis on TwitterConnect with Mahan Tavakoli:MahanTavakoli.comMore information and resources available at the Partnering Leadership Podcast website: PartneringLeadership.comConnect with Mahan Tavakoli: Mahan Tavakoli Website Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn Partnering Leadership Website