Nicole Hankins is the Director of Character Development Programs for the Kentucky YMCA Youth Association. Since joining the Y in August 2023, Nicole has focused on coordinating impactful programs that nurture civic engagement and personal growth for Kentucky’s youth. In her role, she leads character development initiatives, including Go For It (GFI), Leadership Training Conference (LTC), Y-Corps, and other programs designed to foster leadership and service. Nicole, originally from Bristol, Virginia, graduated from Radford University in 2023 with a Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Parks, and Tourism, specializing in Tourism and Special Events.