Q: Why are you involved in the Teens in the Driver Seat® program and what do you like most about being a part of the team?
A: I am involved in Teens in the Driver Seat because in October of 2019 my friend was hit in a fatal hit and run. She was walking with her girlfriend when a drunk driver hit her and she died on impact. This needs to end. I know 2 people personally affected by a drunk driver. I like meeting new people and how my confidence has grown dramatically since I’ve joined.
Q: If you could change one thing about the way your friends drive or ride in the car, what would it be?
A: I would change the fact they don’t wear seat belts in the car. This is super dangerous and needs to be addressed. I would feel guilty if I didn’t speak up about the dangers and something would have happened to them.
Q: Where do you see yourself in five years?
A: I see myself going to college studying to become a vet but, continuing to promote safe driving habits.
Q: Who do you look up to?
A:I look up to my mother because was a single mom and worked 2 jobs for years to support her children. She never let us go without even if it meant she would.
Q: What would you say to inspire other teens to care more about safe driving/traffic safety?
A: Picture it as a family member, you would want something to be done. Be the change you want to see in the world. You can change the way people drive if you try hard enough.
Q: What’s the biggest life lesson you’ve learned?
A: Not to judge a book by its cover because a pretty face doesn’t mean a good heart.
Q: What would you say to inspire other teens to care more about safe driving/traffic safety?
A: I would say to others to imagine your family member, loved one, or best friend sitting in the drivers seat carrying out unsafe driving habits you may be practicing or you may see others practice. Think about it and make sure to change your habits and educate those around you to develop safe driving habits because that precious life could end up being another statistic.
