Gigi Azam

Gigi Azam is an Austin based TX educator who goes above and beyond to serve her students. She began her career at a charter school in Austin, where she taught science for several years before moving into special education. She has written several grants in the past few years and successfully received funding for her classroom. Ms. Azam was nominated for the Life Changer award for 2022 and also selected as one of the top ten finalists for the Clause Nobel Educator Award for the same year.

This NSHSS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Teaching Grant is for educators who serve in rural areas, diverse student populations, or are actively promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives in their school or greater community.