Dejah Morgan
Youth Engagement Coordinator
Dejah Morgan is a dedicated Youth Engagement Coordinator with over seven years of experience at the Urban League of Greater Hartford, where she has transformed the lives of countless young people through mentorship, advocacy, and leadership. Her outstanding work has earned national recognition, including the 2025 Eddie L. Moore Caring Adult Award, Mentor of the Year at the National Urban League’s 2024 Whitney M. Young Conference, and contributing to her affiliate’s Project Ready Program being named Affiliate of the Year in 2023. These honors are a testament to her passion for youth empowerment, her commitment to excellence, and her ability to inspire lasting change.
Beyond her professional role, Dejah extends her influence nationally as an adult mentor on the National Urban League Youth Council. She designs and leads empowerment sessions, service-learning initiatives, and community engagement projects that equip youth to lead with purpose and confidence. Widely respected for her compassion, ambition, and resilience, Dejah is not only a trusted mentor but also a rising leader whose impact resonates with students, families, and colleagues alike. She embodies the values of mentorship, leadership, and advocacy—reminding every young person she encounters that if she can achieve it, they can too.