Jolade Oshinkanlu

Jolade Oshinkanlu is a junior at Providence College, participating in the 2024 Spring Semester Program at American University in Washington DC. She majors in Global Studies and double minors in Political Science and Public Administration.

Jolade founded Catholic Relief Services with her colleagues on campus to advocate for change in the world. The purpose of the club is to work with organizations around the world to help the poor and vulnerable through Catholic Social Thought and moral teaching. Through the club, students could write letters to Congress, train with CRS professionals across the nation, and prepare for on-campus events. 

Jolade’s interest in African politics is deeply rooted in her experience with CRS and participation in the Model United Nations in New York City. She received the Honorable Mention Delegation The 2022 National Model United Nations issued. As an African Faith and Justice Network intern, Jolade is interested in learning about conflict resolution, fighting against government corruption and policies, and gender equality.