Didon Heri

Telling Room Ambassador Didon Heri is a student at the University of Southern Maine studying Social and Behavioral Sciences with minors in Leadership Studies and Regulatory Ethics. She first became involved with The Telling Room after her eighth-grade ESL teacher, Kirsten McWilliams, encouraged her to apply after recognizing her interest in poetry and storytelling. Since then, she has participated in programs such as Theory U for Youth and the Listening School, experiences that deepened her belief in the power of storytelling, leadership, and creating spaces where every voice is valued. Outside of school, Didon works in healthcare and serves as a board member for The Source School, a Maine nonprofit dedicated to youth leadership and community building. She is passionate about helping people feel heard, building meaningful connections, and learning from the experiences of others. Through her work, studies, and community involvement, she hopes to create opportunities for young people to develop confidence, share their stories, and become leaders in their own communities.