Derek & Leza Davis - Executive Directors
Derek & Leza Davis

Executive Directors

Executive Directors

As the Executive Directors of West Atco Youth in Action, Inc., Derek & Leza are responsible for the development of innovative educational and recreational activities and opportunities that provide an alternative path for young people instead of the negative influences and consequences of the streets.

Through their leadership, the organization has grown to be one of the premier youth programs in the greater South New Jersey area. Under their direction, WAYIA was able to open the West Atco Youth in Action Learning and Resource Center in 2002. Derek and Leza, married for over 39 years, oversee the daily operations of the center.

Our Executive Board
Derek & Leza Davis - Executive Directors
Derek and Leza Davis Executive Directors
Dina Alwan - Board President
Dina Alwan-Ghana Board President
Laurie Covington - Board Member
Laurie Covington Board Member
Toni Brock - Board Member
Toni Brock Board Member
Andreana Barefield - Board Member
Andreana Barefield Board Member
Robert Johnson - Board Member
Robert Johnson Board Member
West Atco Youth In Action

A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to achieving academic excellence through martial arts.

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154 Nelson Avenue

West Atco, NJ 08004

Camden County

Phone: (856) 753-3790


Email: westatcoyouthinaction@gmail.com

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