About Compton G.irls Club
Compton G.IRLS Club was founded in 2017 as an after-school club based in Compton High School’s Library. We started with 12 girls and volunteers from within our own community. We have created a safe space for girls and gender nonconforming youth to learn something new without judgment.

Our Mission
Our mission is to provide girls and gender nonconforming from underserved communities access to resources, knowledge and skills that are not readily accessible to them in their own neighborhoods.
We believe access to these skills will aid them in their journeys to becoming confident, assertive, and independent.

Our Vision
Our vision is a community of girls and gender nonconforming youth enlightened and empowered to become the best version of themselves.
We envision our girls and youth so emboldened with knowledge and resources that they plant that seed into their neighborhoods and the next generation.

Our Team
Chrystani Heinrich
FOUNDER | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Chrystani Heinrich has always been a champion for women. Early in life, she recognized the importance of sisterhood and the meaningful connections that can form among women. In her youth, she was a Girl Scout, and she believes that is what set her on the path to helping others within her community.
For 12 years, she worked in Education as the Assistant Librarian at Compton High School, where Compton Girls Club was founded. She has collaborated with organizations to provide strong programming focused on educating girls and gender-nonconforming youth to the community.
Jasmine Corrales
PROGRAM MANAGER
Jasmine Corrales is a program manager, art historian, and creative thinker based in Los Angeles. She holds a BFA from San Francisco State University in Art History, with an emphasis on Black Contemporary women artists. She has always continued her focus and career on uplifting and supporting the voices of women of color.
Sherida Harris
YOUTH & FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Sherida Harris is a Los Angeles native who has focused her career on providing enriching and mindful experiences for Black and Brown families in South LA for over 20 years.
Her professional philosophy incorporates both a holistic and solution-based approach, which supports a space and positive narrative for at-risk youth and families to thrive. As a Support Service Manager, her commitment is the betterment of all youth and their families through empowerment and an asset-based approach; everyone has something to contribute.
Sherida is a graduate of the LA Community College District Early Childhood Education program, where she earned her Associate's Degree and a Bachelor's from GCU in Sociology with/ an Emphasis in Social Work.
Brittany Pollard
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Brittany Pollard is a wellness practitioner, meditation facilitator, and the founder of “Our Wildest Dreams”. With a passion for holistic well-being, she guides individuals in mindfulness and meditation, fostering a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit. As the visionary behind Our Wildest Dreams, Brittany helps people craft and achieve their life visions, promoting intentional and purpose-driven living.
Brittany’s expertise spans a 15-year career in wellness, beginning with her B.S. in Psychology from California State University, Northridge. She has since worked to guide clients through trauma-informed life coaching, breathwork, meditation, and fitness and nutrition. Brittany is also a highly skilled program operations consultant and project manager for online wellness companies, having helped thousands of people around the world.

Our Board
Ariyana Hernandez
INTERIM BOARD PRESIDENT
Ariyana is a strategist, creative marketer, and partnerships expert operating at the confluence of luxury, fashion, art, and contemporary culture.
She has a breadth of experience across digital marketing, experiential, brand partnerships and influencer - with a focus on ways brands & talent can increase awareness, revenue and relevancy.
Jenelle Bossett - Allen
CO-CHAIR PRESIDENT
With a passion for strategic planning focused on raising philanthropic support, Jenelle Bossett-Allen has over ten years of experience in business development. As the Director of Development for the UCLA Anderson School of Management, Jenelle secures major gifts, leveraging her knowledge and insight from the non-profit higher education sector. Jenelle enjoys mentoring and volunteering for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles in her free time. Jenelle has her BA in Comparative Literature and Global Studies from the University of California, Los Angeles.
Sade Lee
TREASURER
Sade Lee is a hospitality professional and proud Howard University Alumna with a deep commitment to service, mentorship, and community impact. With a background in luxury hotels, she brings a people-first approach to leadership, centering culture, connection, and inclusion in all she does.
As Board Treasurer for Compton Girls Club, Sade is passionate about creating access and opportunity for young women, especially in spaces where they are underrepresented. She believes in leading with integrity, lifting others as she climbs, and showing up as a resource for the next generation.
Shandrea Evans
SECRETARY
Shandrea is an award-winning writer and filmmaker based in Los Angeles by way of Augusta, GA. Her work has been recognized with honors, including the Deutsche Bank Frieze LA Film Award and a recent NAACP Image Award nomination. She has participated in fellowships with Women in Film, HBO's Insecure, and SuperSpecial, and collaborated with major brands like Google, Nike, Vans, and NBCUniversal to shape and amplify their stories. As a first-generation college graduate raised by a young single mother, Shandrea deeply connects with the mission of Compton G.IRLS Club and is committed to supporting the next generation of young women.

Jennifer Pauline
BOARD MEMBER
Jennifer Pauline is a writer, cultural curator, and community architect whose work spans over 15 years of amplifying powerful stories, empowering emerging voices, and nourishing creative ecosystems.
As the founder of With/Creators, she uses storytelling and strategy to build bridges between global communities—centering belonging and redefining modern connection through cultural programming, experience design, and intentional media.
Raised by a single mother, Jennifer understood the power of the village from an early age. That belief in collective care continues to shape both her personal mission and her commitment to the next generation of creative leaders.
Selihah White-Beserve
BOARD MEMBER
Selihah is a seasoned entertainment publicist with roots in Compton, CA. Throughout her career, she has elevated the profiles of actors, filmmakers, authors, entrepreneurs, and other multifaceted individuals. Her involvement with Compton G.IRLS Club is fueled by a deep commitment to helping young people realize their limitless potential. Selihah holds a Master's degree in Media, Culture, and Communication from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Public Relations from California Polytechnic State University, Pomona. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband, daughter, and their Labrador.
Brittany Hampton
BOARD MEMBER
Creative Director, Designer, Stylist, and Visual Consultant based in Los Angeles by way of San Francisco. Her work bridges fashion, sports, and entertainment, crafting cultural moments through elevated visual storytelling.
Porsha Ellis
BOARD MEMBER
Porsha Ellis is a seasoned marketing & leadership executive with a proven track record of building high-performing teams, scaling businesses, and driving impactful brand initiatives. Now CEO of Let It Break, she previously served as Managing Director at creative & experiential agency, Crown + Conquer, where she worked cross-functionally to support strategic growth & major brand collaborations with companies like Beats by Dre, Airbnb, and Microsoft. Her commitment to empowering women and investing in purpose-driven work aligns deeply with Compton Girls Club's mission. Porsha brings a blend of strategic insight, operational excellence and heartfelt advocacy to every endeavor.
