NEXT BLACK EDUCATOR WORKFORCE (NBEW)

our mission

The Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) is committed to building a sustainable pipeline of highly qualified culturally relevant educators who will lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated areas, while amplifying Black voices, perspectives, and leadership across classrooms in California and beyond.

what we do

We provide a transformative one to two-year pathway to becoming a credentialed teacher while earning a Teaching Credential or Masters degree.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Aspiring Educators

Recent or soon-to-be college graduates who are passionate about social justice and interested in earning a Master’s degree while becoming credentialed middle or high school New Resident Teacher (NRT) —specifically focused on supporting Black students in racially isolated communities.

BECOME A NEW RESIDENT TEACHER

SCHOOL PARTNERs

We are seeking schools or school districts in California interested in partnering with Project Sankofa's Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program because they believe in empowering the next generation of equity-centered educators.

BECOME A SCHOOL PARTNER

WHY CHOOSE NBEW?

Flexible Path to a Teaching Credential: Earn your California teaching credential and/or graduate degree in one to two years, depending on your partnering university. Our flexible teacher preparation program lets you gain real-world experience in schools that share your values and commitment to educational equity.

Hands-On Classroom Experience: Work as a teacher assistant or paraprofessional while you train. Co-teach with experienced mentor teachers, build classroom management skills, and progressively lead instruction—preparing you to become a confident, credentialed teacher of record.

Culturally Responsive Teacher Training: Participate in ongoing professional development focused on culturally responsive teaching, restorative justice practices, and meaningful family engagement. Learn strategies that center Black student success and build inclusive classroom communities.

Financial Aid & Career Development Support: Access financial coaching, scholarship guidance, and career planning resources designed to help you navigate the credentialing process with confidence. Receive one-on-one mentorship that supports your personal growth and long-term teaching career.

Advocacy & Leadership: Join a network of change-makers committed to transforming education across California. Develop leadership skills, advocate for equity in schools, and contribute to a growing movement that uplifts and sustains our alumni network.

TIERED PARTNERSHIP MODEL

NBEW's tiered partnership approach enables flexible, sustainable, and mission-aligned collaboration with districts and universities. By offering three partnership tiers, we can meet partners where they are and ensure every educator receives comprehensive support and a clear pathway to success.

Tier 1: University Track

Multiple universities handle coursework and placement. NBEW provides recruitment,

mentorship, and alumni

programming.

Tier 2: District-Only Residency

Districts directly employ

residents and fund training.

NBEW delivers PD, coaching,

and wraparound supports.

Tier 3: regional collective

NBEW serves as a central hub, coordinating multiple districts and credentialing partners withshared funding.

Visit our NBEW for Schools and Districts page to learn more about our partnerships.

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🌟 You’re Invited 🌟 Sisters Employment & Empowerment Network (SEEN) Winter Gathering 🗓️ Sat. Dec. 6th 🕒 3 -6 PM 📍The Gathering Spot | 5211 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles (followed by dinner at Alta Adams) Join Project Sankofa’s SEEN Initiative for an afternoon of service, connection, and celebration with our Sister 2 Sister community. 🤎 🧼 We’ll begin at @lagathers assembling hygiene kits for community members in need. Afterward, we’ll come together for dinner at Alta Adams to reflect on our shared impact and celebrate sisterhood during this season of giving. We’re asking each guest to bring a contribution item from our hygiene kit list (link in bio). We also encourage you to invite other Sister 2 Sister members — community care grows stronger with each connection. Let’s close out the year grounded in purpose and collective joy. ✨ We hope to see you there.

✨ Partnership Spotlight ✨ We’re proud to announce our new partnership with Black Women for Wellness @bw4wla. 🤎 Together, we’re providing mentorship and support to young Black women participating in BWW’s Rites of Passage program. Through this collaboration, Project Sankofa’s SEEN and E.M.E.R.G.E. mentors will pour into the next generation — helping young women step into their power, purpose, and brilliance with confidence. 💛 This is what it means to build community that uplifts and sustains. 🌿 __ ✏️ Interested in becoming a partner with Project Sankofa? Send us an email at info@projectsankofa.org to start the conversation! #ProjectSankofa #BlackWomenForWellness #RitesOfPassage #BlackGirlMagic #MentorshipMatters #CollectiveEmpowerment #ForUsByUs

Last week, we hosted our first African American Scholars Program (AASP) Family Night of the school year. It was a beautiful evening! 🌙 This gathering brought together our students, alumni, families, and community partners to celebrate the success of the AASP program, share how important this work is, what’s behind-the-scenes updates, and look ahead to what’s next. A heartfelt thank you to Tangela Blakely Reavis, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at St. Mary’s College of California and Project Sankofa Board Member, for delivering such an inspiring keynote address. She reminded us that Black Joy 🖤 is not only our strength — it’s our form of resistance. Deep gratitude to our incredible AASP Facilitators for your dedication this semester. Our impact wouldn’t be possible without your commitment and care. And a special thank you to @nvarveris and @sanana_yanna for your leadership in planning and organizing this event with excellence and love. We can’t wait to gather again for our next Family Night this Spring! 🌿 Follow @project_sankofa.ca to stay connected and be the first to know about our upcoming events.

📚 This summer, we launched our first Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) Cohort — welcoming five phenomenal and passionate educators-in-training who are committed to revolutionizing the classroom experience. ✨ Let’s cheer them on as they close out their first fall term! 🎉 Through our innovative two-year residency program, each New Resident Teacher (NRT) is pursuing a Master of Arts in Education and a Single Subject Teaching Credential while gaining hands-on classroom experience in our partner schools. By the end of this journey, they’ll step into their own classrooms — prepared to teach, lead, and create equitable learning environments where our future Black students can thrive and feel seen. 🌱 We see you, we celebrate you, and we’re so proud of the impact you’re already making. ✊🏾 We will be recruiting for our Summer 2026 Cohort very soon. Visit our website https://www.projectsankofa.org/nbew-for-teachers and sign up for our interest list. Or you can find the link in our bio 🔗 #ProjectSankofa #NBEW #BlackEducators #RepresentationMatters #TeacherResidency #EducationForLiberation #BlackExcellenceInEducation

✨Partner Announcement ✨ We’re joining forces with @greendotschools to expand placement opportunities for our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program and our New Resident Teachers (NRTs) in schools across Southern California. This partnership opens new doors for aspiring NRTs to gain real-world classroom experience — learning, teaching, and leading in communities that value representation and belonging. Together, we’re building the future of education, one classroom at a time. 🌿 ___ ✏️ Interested in becoming a partner with Project Sankofa? Send us an email at info@projectsankofa.org to start the conversation!

When we say we believe in the liberation of Black youth—we mean it. 🚀 ✨700+ students ✨85% college attendance ✨9 school district partnerships Every milestone reflects love, vision, and community power. 👏🏾 With your support, we can go even further. Help us build the next 7 years and beyond of impact through the Brighter Futures Fund. 🧰 💛 Become a monthly donor: projectsankofa.org/brighter-futures-fund Or link in bio 🔗 #BlackYouthMatter #YourBFFforChange #RepresentationIsPower

We continue with our last New Resident Teacher Spotlight Series with the talented Zakeea Freeman. 🤩 “I am a compassionate and talented educator with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Linguistics from the University at Buffalo. As a Licensed Massage Therapist and Health counselor, I am proud to share that I am developing an Ayurvedic Mobile Massage Therapy and Assisted Stretching startup. Outside of work, I enjoy sculpting, baking, reading, and volunteering with local health initiatives.” We love the integration of your passions: education and health and wellness. We are truly thankful to have you in Cohort 1 of our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program. We are excited to witness how you will lead transform classrooms for our youth in the near future. 🤎 ___ Our next Cohort starts Summer 2026. ☀️ Interested in learning more about our Next Black Educator Workforce dual Master’s and teaching credential program? ✏️S ign up on our interest list to receive more information. 🔗 Link in bio.

We are pouring into our sisterhood. 💫 Our Sisters Employment & Empowerment Network (SEEN) community continues to grow — rooted in the belief that the holistic development of young Black women transforms not just individuals, but entire communities. When we pour into each other through mentorship, connection, and care, we build stronger leaders, stronger networks, and stronger futures. 🌿 If you’re a young professional between 21–30 years old and want to give back as a mentor to Black youth, we invite you to join our SEEN mentorship program. 🔗 Link in bio 📅 Save the Date: Saturday, Dec. 6 Join us for our End-of-Year SEEN Gathering — a celebration of collective growth and a space to continue empowering the next generation of Black women professionals. Thank yous 🙏🏾 📸: @themakalalee 📍: @lagathers Panelists 🎤 @kintacgates @tanishia_harris @agentdominiquebrown Dr. Yolanda Gorman Ani Abiedu (moderator)

✨Partner Announcement ✨ We believe in creating pathways where brilliance can bloom. 🌿 That’s why we’re proud to join forces with @alamedacoe to recruit and develop diverse teacher residents through a residency-based model: one that cultivates excellent educators and strengthens teacher retention. 📚 Together, we’re transforming the educator pipeline and building a legacy of representation, leadership, and liberation in classrooms across Alameda County. 📣

Today’s New Resident Teacher (NRT) Spotlight is on Meet Jonathan Woods, from Cohort 1. 📣 “My name is Jonathon Woods, originally from Oakland California , I have found my way to the city of Long Beach where I work as a coach, mentor, and community advocate. My experience with education has not always been positive but my goal for my education journey is to provide more space for youth to grow and develop community. Similar to my experience with the few teachers I enjoyed growing up! I hope to instill an education philosophy that fosters growth and helps teach youth the importance of community work. As we look towards our future it is always important to look back and give back to the community we live in!” We are grateful to build a brighter and better future with you and your cohort. Thank you for all you are doing and will do. ✊🏾 ___ Our next Cohort starts Summer 2026. ☀️ Interested in learning more about our Next Black Educator Workforce dual Master’s and teaching credential program? ✏️ Sign up on our interest list to receive more information. 🔗 Link in bio.

✨You’re invited! ✨ The African American Scholars Program (AASP) and Project Sankofa invite you to a special evening of connection, learning, and empowerment at our AASP Family Night. This gathering brings together our families, scholars, and partners to celebrate the brilliance of our community and nurture the next generation of Black excellence. 💫 We’re honored to welcome Dr. Tangela Blakely Reavis, Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at St. Mary’s College of California and Project Sankofa Board Member, as our keynote speaker for the evening. 📅 Monday, Nov. 3rd 🕡 6:30–8:30 PM 💻 Virtual Event (via Zoom) Let’s come together to learn, uplift, and continue building the sustainable ecosystems of support that our students and families deserve. 🔗 Register through the link in bio!

Our next New Resident Teacher (NRT) spotlight is on Joann Smith. 📣 “I am a retired Classroom teacher from New Jersey. I taught fifth and sixth grade with a concentration in math. I am passionate about education and politics. I believe they go hand-in-hand. My passions are the beach, nature and food. I consider myself to be a simple person that enjoys beauty, quiet time with my cat, watching old movies and eating ice cream. I believe being kind and showing respect are really important and that’s what I try to do everyday.” We are grateful to have you part of Cohort 1. Thank you for all you do - let’s continue to build oasis communities for our Black youth! 🤎 ___ Our next Cohort starts Summer 2026. ☀️ Interested in learning more about our Next Black Educator Workforce dual Master’s and teaching credential program? ✏️ Sign up on our interest list to receive more information. 🔗 Link in bio.

The momentum behind our new SEEN community is an unstoppable force. 🌿 A couple weeks ago, we celebrated our official Launch Event, and we’re still carrying that energy forward as we build a program dedicated to the personal and professional growth of younger Black women professionals. Our panel of brilliant and inspiring Black women leaders poured so much wisdom into the room — reminding us that self-love, mentorship, and community are essential tools for navigating the world and leading with purpose. Their stories were a masterclass in resilience, authenticity, and legacy-building. ✨ Thank you to our phenomenal panelists: ✨ Dr. Yolanda Gorman — Higher education strategist & civic leader (UCLA) ✨ Kinta Gates @kintacgates — VP at Glossier & mentor for Black beauty founders ✨ Dominique Brown @agentdominiquebrown — Investor & nonprofit leader, building pathways for youth and financial empowerment ✨ Tanishia Harris @tanishia_harris — Justice-centered director & community changemaker. ✨Panel Moderator: Ani Aniedu This is just the beginning. 💛 Special shoutout to our photographer 📸 for the evening @themakalalee. ❤️ Thank you for capturing these beautiful photos. 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽 Thank you to @lagathers for hosting us and for always taking care of us ❤️ 📅 Save the date: Our end-of-year gathering will be on Dec. 6th — we can’t wait to continue this journey together. Interested in giving back? Become a SEEN Mentor and help shape the next generation of Black women leaders. 🔗 Link in bio. ➡️ Share with your network of Black women between the ages of 21-30

📣 Partner Announcement 📣 We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with @schoolonwheels for the EMERGE program — a year-long journey that empowers high school students to grow, connect, and lead with confidence. Through workshops, mentorship, and community building, EMERGE helps students discover their strengths and prepare for their next chapter — academically, personally, and professionally. Together, we’re building spaces where every student feels seen, supported, and equipped to thrive. 🌱 ___ ➡️ Learn more about Emerge: https://www.projectsankofa.org/emerge ✏️ Interested in becoming a partner with Project Sankofa? Send us an email at info@projectsankofa.org to start the conversation!

🌟The New Resident Teacher (NRT) Spotlight continue’s with Toakase To’a. “My name is Toakase To’a. I come from the beautiful island of Tonga known as the Friendly Island. I graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education from Brigham Young University-Hawaii in Fall 2021. I did an internship at Marriott hotel from December 2021-April 2023. I went home and started teaching Math and English in Saineha High School for about a year before coming back to the United States in 2024. I was looking for a job and that’s where I found NBEW and I was interested and wanted to pursue my education because I am so passionate about it and teaching.” 🖤 We are so excited that you are a part of community, Toakase. Stay tuned for more NRT spotlights as we continue building a movement of educators who are committed to creating safe spaces for Black youth in our education system.

When you give to the Brighter Futures Fund, you’re investing in the future of our Black youth and educators. 👏🏾 Whether you’re joining us as a Contributor, or as a Sustainer, or as a Founder, your support fuels the mentorship, training, and culturally responsive spaces our communities deserve. ✨BFF Contributor ($100–$4,999 annually) Receive BFF apparel + monthly newsletter ✨BFF Sustainer ($5,000–$9,999 annually) Receive everything above + invitations to annual events ✨BFF Founder ($10,000+ annually) Receive all benefits above + event sponsorship opportunities + invitations to exclusive leadership-giving gatherings 💛 No matter the level, your gift makes a lasting difference. 👉🏾Choose your BFF level and give today: projectsankofa.org/brighter-futures-fund #YourBFFforChange #BrighterFutureFund #BlackYouthExcellence

This year, we welcomed five beautiful humans into the inaugural cohort of our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program. Each of them is earning a dual Master’s degree and teaching credential, and they are committed to building a more just and affirming future for Black youth. Our New Resident Teachers (NRTs) are aspiring educators grounded in social justice and dedicated to transforming classrooms into spaces of belonging and representation. We’re so excited for you to meet them! Each week, we’ll introduce one of our NRTs. This week, meet Synclaire Lee ⬇️ “My name is Synclaire Lee and I am from the Bay Area. I come from a family of educators. My dad and all four of my older siblings work in education from TK- High school which has inspired me to become an Ethnic Studies teacher. As a Black educator I want to be in a position where I can encourage and serve as a role model to Black students and bring students together through shared experiences. My wish for the Next Black Educators Workforce program is to be part of a community that will create a blueprint for future Black educators.” 🖤 Stay tuned for more NRT spotlights as we continue building a movement of educators dedicated to transform the classroom experiences for our Black youth.

Hey Sisters! 💛 Final reminder to RSVP for the official launch event of the Sisters Empowerment & Employment Network (SEEN)! 📅 Fri, Oct. 10 | 6:30–8:30 PM 📍 The Gathering Spot LA Join us as we celebrate this new chapter of community, growth, and sisterhood. 🌱 Project Sankofa is committed to developing and uplifting young and emerging Black women professionals — creating safe, empowering spaces where we can support one another and bloom into the leaders we’re meant to be. Meet our inspiring panel of Black women leaders: ✨ Dr. Yolanda Gorman — Higher education strategist & civic leader (UCLA) ✨ Kinta Gates @kintacgates — VP at Glossier & mentor for Black beauty founders ✨ Dominique Brown @agentdominiquebrown — Investor & nonprofit leader, building pathways for youth and financial empowerment ✨ Tanishia Harris @tanishia_harris — Justice-centered director & community changemaker You’ll also learn how to get involved with SEEN as a mentor for middle and high school students, helping to shape the next generation of Black excellence. 🍴 Food & refreshments provided 🎁 Plus, a special giveaway! RSVP today — link in bio!

When Black students never see a teacher who looks like them, they’re asked to dream in a language that doesn’t reflect who they are. 👀 With only 6% of U.S. public school teachers being Black, we must ask ourselves: What kind of futures are we preparing Black students for? And who gets to guide them there? 💭 Project Sankofa is here to change that, with programs that train, place, and support future Black educators in classrooms where they’re needed most.Your monthly donation to the Brighter Futures Fund fuels this mission: one classroom, one teacher, one student at a time. ✨ Be part of the shift. Be part of the future. 🔗 Donate today to support us in liberation for Black youth. Link in bio #BlackYouthMatter #BrighterFuturesFund

When schools across the U.S. shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic 🦠, students had to rely on virtual communities for connection and support. One of our Sister to Sister alumnae, Nyyah, leaned on the sisterhood during that difficult time. ❤️Surrounded by love and support from other Black women, she found strength in the community. Her experience was so impactful, she returned the following year as a Teaching Assistant. This is what liberation looks like in real time, and it’s what your support helps create. Through the Brighter Futures Fund, we’re dismantling isolation and rebuilding educational spaces where Black youth feel powerful in their becoming. To Donate: Link in bio

This is the panel you don’t want to miss! On Friday, Oct. 10th, SEEN is launching with a powerhouse lineup of Black women leaders who are rewriting the rules and creating space for us all to thrive: •Dr. Yolanda Gorman: Higher Ed strategist & Civic Leader (UCLA) •Kinta Gates: VP at Glossier & mentor for Black beauty founders •Dominique Brown: Investor & nonprofit leader, building pathways for youth and financial empowerment •Tanishia Harris: Justice-centered Director & Community Changemaker Oct. 10 | 6:30–8:30 PM The Gathering Spot LA There will be food and giveaways! Don’t miss it! RSVP today! Link in bio

At SEEN, we believe in learning from women who have walked boldly, built with vision, and transformed entire industries. On Oct. 10th, you’ll meet a panel of leaders. Today, we are highlighting two phenomenal women: Dominique Brown – a powerhouse real estate entrepreneur and community advocate who, as Principal of Brown Tree Investments, oversees millions in sales and management, while also advancing economic empowerment as Executive Director of the Dominique Brown Scholarship Foundation, supporting HBCU students and entrepreneurs. She is a recognized leader dedicated to creating transformative pathways for wealth-building and community advancement. Tanishia Harris – As Division Director for the Los Angeles County Justice, Care, and Opportunities Department, Tanishia G. Harris develops and oversees behavioral health, employment, and educational programs for over 30,000 justice-involved individuals, driven by her commitment to social justice and equitable service for vulnerable populations. With a Master of Science in counseling psychology and a post-master’s in trauma-informed care, she is a proven leader, a mother, and an advocate who applies her expertise to connect people with the support they need. Join us at The Gathering Spot LA for an evening of brilliance, connection, and sisterhood. 🗓️ Friday, Oct. 10th ⏰ 6:30-8:30PM 📍The Gathering Spot LA RSVP: LINK IN BIO

What does 700+ Black students served actually look like? ⭐️ It looks like healing in small groups. It looks like joy on campus tours. It looks like love at Family Days. It looks like a Black student raising their hand and feeling confident doing it. It looks like classrooms led by educators who see and value them. 🔑 Over the past 7 years, Project Sankofa has done more than deliver programs, we’ve cultivated oasis communities that shift how education feels for Black youth. Now, we’re asking you to help us keep that going. 🙏🏽 ✨ Donate to the Brighter Futures Fund and be part of what comes next. 🔗Link in bio #FuelFutures #BrighterFutures #YourBFFforChange

🔑 Sometimes the most powerful lessons don’t come from textbooks. They come from safe spaces where Black students feel seen, affirmed, and free to show up as their full selves. This moment? It’s a glimpse into what happens when belonging becomes the foundation of learning. ❤️ Thank you to one of our Sister to Sister alumna, Jameelah, for sharing how your experiences. 🙏🏽 📣 We are officially launching our Sisters Empowerment & Employment Network (SEEN). Join us for a night of celebrations an an inspiring panel. 🗓️ Friday, Oct. 10 ⏰ 6:30-8:30 PM 📍The Gathering Spot LA 🔗 RSVP: Link in bio Also, become a BFF For Change through our annual giving campaign. Your support helps us sustain programs like SEEN like this possible, again and again. ✨ Join us in building spaces where Black brilliance. 🔗 Link in bio #YourBFFforChange #BrighterFutures #BlackYouthBelong

Black students made up 15% of U.S. public school enrollment in 2020–2021—yet so many are still the only one in the room. The only Black girl. The only Black boy. The only voice speaking truth in systems not made for them. At Project Sankofa, we’re working to change that through a research-based, community-centered approach. We train and develop equity-centered New Resident Teachers (NRTs) to work with middle and high school students—equipping them with the skills and confidence to lead and transform classrooms across California. 💪🏿 We collaborate with school districts and community organizations to place our NRTs where they’re needed most, creating environments where Black students can show up fully and be themselves. ❤️ Your donations help turn isolation into belonging, by funding the people, programs, and spaces where Black brilliance is nurtured. 🎁 👉 Give today: Link in bio ➡️ Share this post with other folx passionate about education #RepresentationMatters #YourBFFforChange #FuelFutures

The Sisters Empowerment & Employment Network (SEEN) is bringing you an unforgettable evening of connection and inspiration, and we’re honored to spotlight two of our incredible panelists: ✨Kinta Gates – Vice President of Supply Chain & Operations at Glossier, leading global teams and championing Black beauty founders through the Glossier Grant Program. Recognized as one of the “50 Phenomenal Black Women Engineers,” she brings both technical brilliance and a people-first leadership philosophy. ✨Dr. Yolanda Gorman – A trailblazing leader in higher education, civic engagement, and nonprofit strategy. From shaping UCLA’s $9 billion portfolio to advancing women’s leadership across California, she’s redefining what transformational leadership looks like. 🗓️ Friday, Oct. 10th ⏰ 6:30-8:30PM 📍The Gathering Spot LA @lagathers This is a free event and we invite you to connect with other Sisters and also learn about our mentorship program and how to give back. 🔗 RSVP Today: Link in bio

“I drew what makes me proud.” 🎨 That’s what one AASP student said during our Black and Proud workshop, where middle school scholars created art that reflected their identity, joy, and strength. This year, Project Sankofa worked with 56 Black students across two schools in West Sacramento. And at one school, every single student, 100%, said the workshops helped them feel seen and supported. ✨We took them on college tours. ✨We created brave spaces for healing conversations. ✨And most importantly, we reminded them: you belong here. These are the seeds of liberation. This is what your gift grows. 🌟 Give today to the Brighter Futures Fund and help us sustain this movement. 🔗 Link in bio #YourBFFforChange #BrighterFutures #BlackYouthBelong #OasisCommunities

✨Big News, Fam✨ We’re officially launching SEEN (Sisters Empowerment Employment Network) - a new space created to uplift, connect, and empower early-career Black women professionals. 🤩 What began 10 years ago as a class called Sister to Sister for Black college women has now evolved into a thriving community supporting their career journeys. 🔥 📅 Friday, Oct. 10, 2025 ⏰ 6:30–8:30 PM 📍 The Gathering Spot LA @lagathers 🎉Join us for the kickoff celebration, featuring a powerful panel of Black women leaders who are paving the way in their fields. ✅ You’ll discover what opportunities for professional growth SEEN can offer you — and how you can also give back to future generations by becoming a mentor for middle and high school Black youth. 🌱 Come be part of the community that ensures our brilliance is always SEEN.

“One thing I truly enjoyed about Sister to Sister was the opportunity to be completely vulnerable [with others].” Meet Deja, a Sister to Sister alumna. She reflects about her time in the community during undergrad. Being in Sister to Sister was life changing because she was around other Black women were showing up for each other with honesty, vulnerability, and strength. This is the kind of community we dream of, and the kind we build through Project Sankofa and our partners. The Sister to Sister community began as a class over a decade ago. Today, it’s over 300 Black women strong, and still shaping futures rooted in confidence and belonging. 💛 Want to help us sustain programs like this? Support our Brighter Futures Fund 🔗 Link in bio #YourBFFforChange #BlackWomenThrive #BrighterFutures

🚌This past academic year, our African American Scholars Program (AASP) in West Sacramento created life-affirming spaces for 56 Black middle school students to explore identity, joy, and belonging. ✨Together, we curated: ✔️ 9 culturally responsive workshops ✔️ 2 college field trips to Sacramento State and UC Davis ✔️ 1 unforgettable Family Day 🖤 Every time we gathered, we found ourselves in rooms full of students speaking truth—out loud and unapologetically—about what it means to be Black in school. This is the future we’re building through the Brighter Futures Fund (BFF)—and we need your support to keep going. 📣 Become a monthly donor today and help sustain programs like AASP 🔗 LINK IN BIO #ProjectSankofa #EducationForLiberation #BlackExcellence #BlackYouthMatter #MonthlyGiving #AASP #OasisCommunities

💭Imagine going through school and never having a teacher who looked like you or understood your story. This is still the reality for too many Black students today, especially youth from suburban and rural communities across California. But we, as a collective, have the power to change this. ✊🏾 ✨We are excited to share our new annual giving campaign called the Brighter Futures Fund (BFF). When you give monthly to Project Sankofa’s Brighter Futures Fund, you’re investing in classrooms where representation isn’t rare—it’s the expectation. 🙏🏽You are investing in helping us train our New Resident Teachers (NRT) to go in and lead with a culturally responsive approach to developing Black youth. Will you be a BFF to the future? Tap the link in our bio to become a monthly donor. #YourBFFforChange #FuelFutures #BlackYouthExcellence #ForABrighterFuture

🤎 This summer, the dream team came together—in person—to reflect, reimagine, and envision the upcoming academic year for Project Sankofa. 🌅 Across two powerful days, we had powerful discussions deepening partnerships, expanding in LA, and showing up for Black youth with even more clarity and care. Between strategy sessions and soul-fueling conversations, we found laughter, too. ✊🏿Work like this isn’t easy. But when we come together in purpose and in community, the path feels a little lighter, and a lot more possible. FOR US. BY US. TO US. THROUGH US. We also thank all of our supporters who have been there with us, especially since day one. You make us stronger, each and every day. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. ❤️ Thank you @lagathers for for taking care of us at your beautiful venue. Thank you @haroldandbellesrestaurant for the delicious food and fun memories! 🏫 We are seeking new school partners 🔗Link in bio 🙏🏾 Please share widely #OasisCommunities #TeamRetreat #BlackEducatorsMatter #BlackYouthMatter #EducationForLiberation

📣 Summer 2025 marks a major milestone for us! We proudly welcomed our inaugural New Resident Teacher (NRT) Cohort 1 – Class of ‘27! 🎉 This passionate group of educators is enrolled in a combined Master’s + teaching credential program through one of our university partners. They’re diving into research-based, culturally relevant curriculum—paired with real-world classroom experience in rural and suburban communities across California. At Project Sankofa, we’re committed to building a sustainable pipeline of highly qualified equity centered educators who lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated areas, amplifying Black voices, perspectives, and leadership across our schools. Special thank you to Dr. John Edwards and Nicole Varveris for your leadership and making this come to fruition! 👏🏿 🌟 Stay tuned! We’ll be spotlighting each of these brilliant NRTs over the next few weeks. 👀 Want to be part of our next cohort launching in Summer 2026? Fill out our interest form to stay updated! 🔗 Link in bio #NewResidentTeachers #NRTCohort1 #BlackEducatorsMatter #ProjectSankofa #EducationForLiberation #OasisCommunities #RepresentationMatters #NBEW #CulturallyRelevantTeaching

UPDATED: As of Sept. 17, 2025, we are no longer accepting applications. ✨ We’re hiring facilitators who believe in the brilliance of Black youth. At Project Sankofa, we’re not just running programs—we’re building Oasis Communities where Black students are affirmed, empowered, and equipped to thrive. Our African American Scholars Project (AASP) is growing with a new site in Los Angeles! We’re looking for dedicated, community-minded leaders to join us as AASP Facilitators this fall. 🖤 This role is critical to our mission—leading workshops, building relationships with students and families, and showing up as a trusted adult who reflects the power of possibility. 📍 Hybrid position based in Los Angeles 💼 $25/hour | 15–20 hours/week | Mid-Sept 2025–May 2026 📣 Know someone who’s passionate about youth development, culturally responsive education, and showing up for community? Tag them. Share this post. Or apply yourself. 🔗 For the full job description, please visit: projectsankofa.org/aasp 📩 Submit your resume (PDF) to: aasp@projectsankofa.org

👋🏽 Mel (she/her) is the creative force behind Project Sankofa’s external communications strategy and design. With a passion for inclusive storytelling and user-friendly digital experiences, she plays a key role in amplifying our mission and engaging our community with intention. 💻 Mel transitioned into user experience design after a fulfilling 15+ year career in higher education, where she created equity-centered learning and development experiences for communities historically pushed to the margins. ✊🏾As a first-gen college graduate and daughter of Filipino immigrants, Mel understands how design - like education - often operates within power hierarchies. Her lived experiences fuel her belief that design needs to be a co-creative process, one that uplifts and empowers both creators and the communities they serve. 📣 You can also find Mel organizing in the greater Los Angeles area and involved in Project by Project, educating and raising awareness about issues impacting the Asian American community. 🙏🏽 We’re proud to have Mel on the Project Sankofa team, where her creative vision helps build a more connected, liberated future.

✊🏾Dr. John Edwards is our Director for Special Initiatives and Programs. He also leads our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) Program with a bold, justice-centered vision: an equity-centered educator pipeline program advancing the recruitment, development, and retention of Black teachers in racially isolated communities. Dr. Edwards shapes the future of the education through strategic program development, research, grant strategy, and equity-centered thought partnership. 🏫 His career spans public schools, charter networks, nonprofits, and state agencies. From the classroom to the executive level, Dr. Edwards brings deep expertise in talent strategy, leadership, and workforce development - building systems and programs that center people, purpose, and performance. 📚 With experience across education, nonprofit leadership, and policy, Dr. Edwards offers a rare blend of systems thinking and soul work. He’s designed and launched transformative initiatives, led cross-sector coalitions, and managed multimillion-dollar efforts - all grounded in Black excellence and sustainable change. 🤎 For him, this work is personal. A native of Memphis, he carries the legacy of his community and a fierce commitment to building what doesn’t yet exist. His leadership is shaped by lived experience, intellectual rigor, and a pulse on what people and systems need most. 🎶 Outside of work, he finds joy in jazz, classical music, travel, and quiet reflection. Whether mentoring future leaders or reimagining education, Dr. Edwards shows up with purpose, power, and deep care. 🙏🏾 We’re proud to have him on the Project Sankofa team where his leadership is helping build a more liberated, talent-rich future.

📣 This week, we are excited for you to meet Dr. Deonna Smith (she/her) who is our Program Manager (Education and Curriculum). 📚 Deonna is a former teacher, school leader, author and educational justice advocate. Deonna remains rooted in her experience in both public and private schools in California teaching elementary, middle, and high school students. 🌟 After a decade in the classroom, Deonna transitioned into educational justice work undergirded by her Doctorate in Education. Deonna’s work focuses on using JOY as a lever for change. With a focus on harmonizing both theory and practice, Deonna has lead transformation in districts and organizations across the country. 👩🏾‍🏫 Along the way, Deonna stays engaged with future practitioners as a college professor and mentor. 🪴🥾 When Deonna isn’t working, you’ll find her gardening, hiking or hosting. 🙏🏾 We are so happy to have you onboard and sharing your knowledge, experiences, and passions to elevate the work we are doing! 🔗 Meet the rest of our amazing team at Project Sankofa: https://lnkd.in/gHF_NYvC

What if your school or district could address the teacher shortage and engage in long-term equity and social justice work, at the same time? That’s exactly what Project Sankofa’s Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program was built to do. We’re currently seeking middle and high school partners across California, particularly in suburban and rural communities, to host aspiring culturally responsive educators as they work toward certification and serve your campus as New Teacher Residents (NTRs). Equity-centered transformation doesn’t happen overnight. NBEW offers a research-backed, culturally grounded approach to workforce development that creates lasting impact for Black students and entire school communities. NBEW is about building legacies, not just filling positions. As a school partner, you’ll benefit from: 🌟 Added instructional capacity 🌟 Cost-effective support staffing 🌟 Access to culturally responsive educators 🌟 Student services and professional development 🌟 A pipeline that strengthens your future faculty 📥 Ready to take the next step? Fill out our School Partner Interest Form today, or tag a school leader who understands the value of educator diversity and is committed to reimagining their workforce. 🔗 Interest Form in Bio

📣 We have a special Juneteenth edition of our Did You Know Series. 🤔 Did you know that... 📚 In Fall 2024, NYC set a milestone in our US educational system. The Black Education Research Center (BERC) at Teachers College, Columbia University, in partnership with New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) launched a district-wide comprehensive PK–12 Black Studies curriculum called Black Studies as the Study of the World. ✊🏿 This is the work of liberation. 👨🏿‍🎓 At Project Sankofa, we believe deeply in what this represents: a future where Black youth see themselves reflected, respected, and rooted in the curriculum. ✨ When we teach our truth, we shift the narrative. We build Oasis Communities where Black students thrive—mind, body, and spirit. ❤️ This Juneteenth, we remember that progress and true freedom includes the spaces to know yourself. And that begins in the classroom.

✨Tyrone Cutkelvin (he/him) is the visionary force behind our operations at Project Sankofa. With 20+ years of leadership across education, financial services, and community development, he brings a powerful blend of strategy, compassion, and cultural consciousness to every role. Throughout his career, Tyrone has built high-performing teams, streamlined operations, and driven meaningful impact. ⚙️As our Director of Operations, he ensures our systems are purpose-driven and built for sustainable growth. He’s a connector, a builder, and a developer of people—leading with heart and equity at the core. 🌱 Outside of Project Sankofa, Tyrone is deeply engaged in community work. He serves as Vice President of Black Men Hike and mentors Black youth through The Fellowship Initiative at JPMorganChase, supporting high school students in leadership and college preparation. 🙏🏽 We are so grateful for your leadership, inspiring us everyday, and driving meaningful, lasting impact. 🔗 Meet the rest of our amazing team at Project Sankofa: https://www.projectsankofa.org/our-team

⚠️ Application Deadline: Friday, June 13, 2025. 📣 This is the last call for applications to our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) Teacher Credential and Master’s of Arts Program! 👨🏿‍🎓 Project Sankofa’s Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program, in collaboration with the University of the Pacific, is offering a transformative educator journey, combining a master’s degree and teaching credential in just 24 months. Why we are unique: 🌱 Rooted in social justice and ethnic studies 🌟 We provide hands-on experience, mentorship, and a strong alumni network ✊🏽 We believe in preparing future Black teachers to become educational leaders Fast Facts: ✅ Program Type: Hybrid (virtual & in-person) ✅ Number of Units: 32 ✅ Program Start: Summer Session III ✅ GRE: not required 🔗 Apply Today: Link in Bio 👉🏾 Share with a recent college graduate or a teacher early in their career. 🔗To learn more, https://www.projectsankofa.org/nbew-for-teachers

🌟 New Mai Monday drop! 🌟 🎙️ Check out our latest Mai Monday episode spotlighting one of our inspiring NBEW teacher candidates - Jonathon Woods, Class of 2027! Tune in to learn about Jonathon’s journey and learn how the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) credential and Master’s in Education program, to lead boldly in the classroom with purpose and impact. Special thanks to our Executive Director, @drmebeasley and NBEW Recruitment Coordinator, @nvarveris for joining this powerful conversation! 🎧 Listen in, share with your networks, and if you or someone you know is passionate about education and justice, we’re still accepting applications for our NBEW cohort! 🔗 Link in bio

👩🏾‍🏫 Are you an aspiring teacher from the African diaspora with a passion for transforming the future of Black youth and education? ✊🏽 We’re currently recruiting for the inaugural cohort of our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program! ✏️ Applications are still open, and we invite you to join this powerful initiative. 🏫 As a participant, you’ll gain hands-on classroom experience at a middle or high school in California, receive one-on-one mentorship, and work alongside a community committed to equity and liberation in education. Project Sankofa is building a pipeline of Black educators through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential program, designed to prepare you to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where your impact is needed most. 🖤🤎 Be part of the movement. 🔗 To Apply, Link in bio 💻: https://www.projectsankofa.org/nbew-for-teachers ➡️ Please share this with your networks - a recent college graduate or an emerging teacher.

👉🏾 This week, we move west to honor a powerful moment in California’s (and our entire nation’s) educational history. 💜💛 In 1968, San Francisco State University established the first Black Studies program in the United States—born from student protests, community organizing, and a deep demand for justice in education. This moment wasn’t just academic reform—it was resistance, and it laid the foundation for culturally relevant, inclusive learning in higher education. ‼️ Today, those spaces are under attack. Across the nation, efforts to dismantle DEIB initiatives threaten the very programs that allow Black students to see themselves, study their history, and thrive unapologetically. 📣 What started in resistance must be protected with resistance. What role have Black Studies and DEIB played in shaping how you teach, lead, or learn? Drop a thought in the comments—let’s name what’s worth fighting for. ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa is launching a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

📣 Attention Middle and High School Administrators 📣 📉 Your students are telling you something—and the data backs it up: your classrooms need to change. 🌟 But real transformation takes more than intention. It takes a partner who understands the stakes. 👨🏽‍🏫 Through our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) initiative, Project Sankofa helps districts like yours build Oasis Communities—identity-affirming, healing-centered classrooms led by Black educators who reflect and uplift the students they serve. 👉🏾 If you’re ready to do more than talk equity—let’s work together to build an oasis community for your campus. 🔗 Explore how to bring NBEW to your district: https://www.projectsankofa.org/nbew-for-schools ✅ Share this post with a school administrator who is committed to educational equity and transformation.

🏫 The Civil Rights Act of 1964 was a monumental step toward equity—mandating the desegregation of public schools and institutions across the country. This legislation reshaped the educational landscape and laid the groundwork for inclusive learning environments. ⚠️ Today, that progress is under threat. The current administration is working to reverse the strides made since 1964, putting federal funding for culturally relevant resources, inclusive curricula, and DEIB education at risk. 📣 As educators, administrators, and community leaders, how can we uphold and advance the legacy of this act in today’s classrooms—especially for our Black students? Drop your thoughts below. ⬇️ ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa has partnered with the University of the Pacific to launch a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

🤩An @aascholarsproject student shares her WOW moment at a leadership conference. ”… this girl came up to me, who was also Black. And I think just seeing each other (and this is a predominantly white community), it was like, ‘WOW”! We got each other’s Instagram and we connected. I just feel like having that connection with other people is really prominent in order to succeed in life.” 🙏🏽We’d love to hear from you. Can you identify a WOW moment that helped you activate being an agent of change? Drop it in the comments 👇🏾👇🏿 ✅ Follow us on Instagram @project_sankofa.ca and on LinkedIn for more content on how we are transforming classrooms through our NBEW Black Educator Pipeline program

🎓 This week’s Did You Know Series highlights one HBCU. Howard University’s @howard1867 establishment of the first Black law school in 1869 marked a significant advancement in legal education for African Americans. 👩🏾‍⚖️ This milestone opened doors for many who are from the African diaspora to pursue careers in law and justice. 🤔 How can we continue to break barriers and create opportunities for Black students in various professional fields? ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa has partnered with the University of the Pacific to launch a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

The Mai Monday Podcast is back with a very special episode! 🎙️ Next week, Dr. @drmebeasley welcomes the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) team for an in-depth conversation about our newest initiative. Project Sankofa is launching NBEW—a program designed to build a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. Our mission is to prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 📅 Wednesday, April 23rd ⏰ 10:00 AM PT 📺 YouTube Live This episode is for school administrators, community leaders, and passionate individuals from the African diaspora who are considering a career in education. 📢 Help us spread the word—share this episode with your network! Thank you for supporting this important conversation.

✨When Black students see themselves reflected in their classrooms, it expands what they believe is possible for their futures. Career development isn’t just about resumes—it’s about belonging, access, and liberation. Our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program, is building a new generation of educators who understand this deeply. We are shaping not just what is taught—but how students are empowered to lead, dream, and thrive. 👉🏾 Tag someone you know who also believes that career development isn’t just a program, it’s a pathway to liberation! ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa is launching a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

📣 In 1957, nine Black students walked into Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas—and into history. The Little Rock Nine demanded the right to learn, reminding the world that access to education is a cornerstone of justice. ✊🏿 Nearly 70 years later, educational equity is once again under attack. With the recent presidential executive order to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education, we face a chilling echo of history—a systemic attempt to dissolve our civil right protections, silence, segregate, and strip resources from the communities that need them most. 👏🏽 The Little Rock Nine’s bravery wasn’t just about attending school—it was about claiming space in systems that tried to shut them out. 🖤 How are you showing up to protect Black students’ right to learn, thrive, and be seen? Let us know in the comments. ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa has partnered with the University of the Pacific to launch a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

‼️ Racial isolation is an urgent issue in education—and it’s hurting our Black students.‼️ 👉🏾 At Project Sankofa, we’re doing something We’re building the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) - a Black educator pipeline program. We are recruiting our first cohort of aspiring Black educators, equipping them to teach for change in the middle and high schools located in rural and suburban communities. 👩🏽‍🏫 2-year Master’s + Teacher Credential 🤝 Mentorship from Black educators 🏫 Hand-on experience in a classroom 🌍 A supportive network, rooted in equity ❤️If you know of recent college graduates or rising college seniors who have the desire to teach from the heart and lead with purpose—this program is for them. 👇🏽Tag them below. Let’s grow 🌱our community! 💻 Apply now at https://www.projectsankofa.org/nbew-for-teachers 🔗 Link in bio

🧠💜 When young Black women understand their worth, they learn to lead, protect their peace, and shatter stereotypes. But they can’t do it alone. 🏫 Programs like our African American Scholars Program (AASP) affirm the experiences of Black youth growing up in racial isolation, while our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) pipeline program works to ensure there are Black teachers in the room who truly see them. 🤎 Because visibility, guidance, and cultural affirmation shouldn’t be rare—they should be the norm. ___ 👊🏾 Follow @project_sankofa.ca to support this vision of liberation in education. 🧱 We are launching a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

💜 As we close out Women’s History Month, we honor the brilliance and resilience of Anna Julia Cooper—a trailblazer in education and a testament to lifelong learning. 👩🏿‍🎓 In 1925, at 67 years old, she became the fourth Black woman in U.S. history to earn a doctoral degree, all while raising her late brother’s five grandchildren. 🌟 She paused her dreams to care for her family—but never gave up on her vision. Her journey reminds us that it’s never too late to lead, to learn, or to leave a legacy. 💭 What’s a dream you’re still holding on to, no matter the timeline? Drop it in the comments below. ⬇️ Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons via Archive.org ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa is launching a powerful new initiative: the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). This program is building a pipeline of Black middle and high school teachers through a combined Master’s and Teacher Credential pathway. We prepare future educators to lead, teach, and mentor in racially isolated communities where their impact is needed most. 💥 🔗 Apply now: Link in bio

‼️ Racial isolation isn’t just a feeling. It’s an everyday reality for many Black students in classrooms without teachers who reflect their experiences. But we’re changing that. 💥 The Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program is here to build a future led by Black educators—equipped, credentialed, and committed to equity. 👉🏿 We’re not just filling classrooms. 👉🏾 We’re building community. 👉🏽 We’re shaping systems. 👉🏼 We’re showing up where it matters most. 🔗 Apply to NBEW - our Master’s and Teacher Credential program, link in bio 🙋🏾‍♀️ Know a recent or soon-to-be college grad passionate about teaching and social justice? ✅ Tag them or share this post with them! We’re looking for future educators ready to uplift Black students in racially isolated communities.

🙌🏾 The AASP college tour to Sacramento State gave our students more than a glimpse into college life—it gave them a vision of what’s possible. They explored campus resources, deepened bonds, and discovered that there are people waiting to support them on their journey. ✨ Shout out to both AASP and Sac State teams for helping curate this college tour! 🚀 These experiences fuel our mission to build an education system rooted in belonging and liberation. That’s why we launched the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW)—a teacher credential + Master’s program designed to equip Black educators to lead in racially isolated schools. ✊🏾 Help us spread the word by sharing this post to your networks. 👩🏾‍🏫 Tag a future Black educator and encourage them to apply. 🔗 Link in bio to apply now.

👩🏿‍⚖️ In today’s Did You Know Series – Women’s History Month edition, we honor Constance Baker Motley, the first Black woman to stand before the U.S. Supreme Court. Her fearless fight for desegregation changed the course of educational equity, breaking down barriers that seemed immovable. 🌟 Motley’s legacy lives on—not only in the victories she won, but in the path she forged for Black women leaders in law, justice, and beyond. 🤔 How are we continuing her work to ensure equity and justice thrive in our schools? Image Credit Wikimedia ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa is building a new initiative called, the Next Black Educator Workforce, a pipeline to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor and educate in racially isolated areas.

📣 Join us for the NBEW Info Session 📣 Are you interested in becoming a credentialed educator while making a lasting impact in Black communities? Learn how the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program can support your journey! 🗓️ Tuesday, March 25th 🕠 5:30 - 6:00 PM PDT 🔗 Register Now: Link in bio ___ In this 30 minute session, you’ll: 👉🏾Learn about the two-year NBEW Resident Teacher program 👉🏾Hear how you can earn your Master of Arts in Education and a California Single Subject Teaching Credential. 👉🏾Explore program benefits, including mentorship, hands-on teaching experience, and career support. 👉🏾Get answers to your questions about eligibility and the application process. Take the next step in your teaching career—register now to save your spot! ___ 🧱 Project Sankofa is building a new initiative called, the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW), a pipeline to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor and educate in racially isolated areas. 🔗 Apply to NBEW today: Link in bio

👩🏾‍🏫 Mary McLeod Bethune’s founding of the Daytona Educational and Industrial School for Negro Girls in 1904, which evolved into Bethune-Cookman University, underscores her visionary commitment to education. 🤔 How can we draw inspiration from her work to create and support educational opportunities that empower Black students today? Leave your thoughts in the comments below. ___ 🌟 Project Sankofa’s Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program is a dynamic pipeline program that places credentialed Black educators in racially isolated communities. 🗓️: Priority deadline is March 10 🔗: Applications are open. Link in bio

📢 It’s not too late! The priority deadline has passed, but the opportunity hasn’t. We’re still accepting applications for our inaugural Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) Program on a rolling basis. 🤩 If you’re ready to lead, uplift, and inspire in classrooms where Black students need you most, apply today!🔥 Apply now—link in bio!

🙋🏿‍♀️🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏽‍♀️Black women and girls have been at the forefront of change, and this Women’s History Month, we honor their fearless contributions. One of those trailblazers is Ruby Bridges, who, at just six years old, walked through the doors of an all-white school in New Orleans, sparking a movement that would transform education forever. 📖 Her story is a reminder that bold action, even from the youngest among us, can break barriers and shift history. But true equity in education requires more than courage—it demands intentional action, advocacy, and systemic change. 🤔 What steps can we take to ensure that today’s Black students feel safe, supported, and empowered in every classroom? Share your thoughts in the comments. Image credit: Wikimedia Commons ___ 🌟 Project Sankofa’s Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program is a dynamic pipeline program that places credentialed Black educators in racially isolated communities. 🗓️ Priority deadline is March 10th 🔗 To apply to NBEW, link in bio

🚀 The future of education starts with YOU. The Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) isn’t just about filling classrooms—it’s about building a movement of educators who will lead, mentor, and transform schools in suburban and rural communities. Designed by Black educators for Black educators, this program is about reshaping the future of education and ensuring Black students see teachers who reflect their brilliance. 🎉 Meet Christina Hale-Elliott, Curriculum Design and Teacher Training Specialist of NBEW, whose unwavering commitment to educational justice has helped fuel Project Sankofa’s mission to create learning environments where historically marginalized students don’t just survive—they thrive. This is about more than just teaching; it’s about liberation through education. 🎓 Know a college senior or recent grad who’s ready to lead? Tag them below and encourage them to apply! 👉🏾Applications are open— Link in bio. 🗓️ Priority deadline: March 10th

✨ Black women don’t wait for change—we create it. 📚🔥 Through resistance, resilience, and radical love, we have led movements, challenged injustice, and transformed classrooms into spaces of empowerment. For Women’s History Month, we honor the Black women who refused to be silenced and redefined what’s possible in education. We are Unshaken. Unstoppable. 🚀 This month’s “Did You Know” series will highlight the pioneers, the disruptors, and the educators who have reshaped our schools and communities. Their impact is undeniable, and their legacies live on in every Black student who thrives. 🤎 Tag a Black woman below who has inspired you to lead with courage. ___ Image credit: New York World - Telegram and Sun Columbia University in the City of New York State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory American Masters

🎉 We kicked off our first @aascholarsproject AASP Family Night of 2025 with an evening filled with connection, learning, and celebration! Families from participating schools gathered in community to experience what their students engage in. Director of AASP, Charles Bolton @rjbrc, led an interactive mock workshop, offering a firsthand look at our program’s impact. 🌟 The energy, engagement, and shared commitment to student success made the night unforgettable. A huge thank you to our AASP team for leading with intention and making this night one to remember! 🚀 AASP is just one piece of the puzzle. To truly transform education, we must invest in the future of Black educators. That’s why we launched the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW)—a program designed to build a pipeline of Black teachers who are ready to lead, mentor, and educate in racially isolated areas. 🖤 Are you ready to be part of the change? Drop a comment below and tell us how you’re committed to creating a brighter future for Black educators and students! 👇🏿 🔗 Learn more & apply to NBEW today—link in bio!

👩🏿‍🎓 For over a century, HBCUs have been a powerful force in shaping Black leadership, innovation, and excellence. These institutions don’t just educate—they cultivate spaces of belonging, cultural affirmation, and radical empowerment. ✨ From MLK Jr. (Morehouse) to Toni Morrison (Howard) and Erykah Badu (Grambling State), HBCU alumni have paved the way in every industry. Their success proves what we already know—when Black students are nurtured, they thrive. 🖤 How can we strengthen partnerships with HBCUs to ensure more students have access to these transformative spaces? ✅ Share your thoughts in the comments below. ✊🏾 Let’s build Black Brilliance together! ___ 🌟 Project Sankofa’s Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program is a dynamic pipeline program that places credentialed Black educators in racially isolated areas. 🗓️: Priority deadline is March 10 🔗: Applications are open. Link in bio

🎬 We’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look so you feel confident and prepared! Watch our reel to see what to expect, and apply today—your voice, your leadership, your impact start now. 🌟 Be sure to review the full application requirements on our website before applying. 📌 Items to have ready: ✅ Updated resume ✅ Undergraduate transcripts ✅ 1–3 Letters of Recommendation ✅ Personal Statement/Essay ✅ Deposit Fee: A $100 deposit is required to secure your spot in the program (if admitted). For questions, email nbew@projectsankofa.org ✨ Good luck to all applicants! ___ Project Sankofa is building a pipeline to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor, and educate in racially isolated communities. 🔗 Apply to NBEW today—link in bio!

🏫 Established in 1870, Paul Laurence Dunbar High School @dunbardc in Washington, D.C., holds the distinction of being the first public high school for African American students. 🌟This institution has a rich history of academic excellence and has produced many notable alumni such as Mary Church Terrell, a civil rights activist and suffragist who was one of the first Black woman to earn a undergraduate degree. 🤔 How can we draw inspiration from such pioneering institutions to uplift and empower our current educational communities? Image Caption: Paul Laurence Dunbar High School (1917) Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons — 🌟 Project Sankofa’s Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program is a dynamic pipeline program that places credentialed Black educators in racially isolated communities. 🗓️ Priority deadline is March 10th 🔗 To apply to NBEW, link in bio

🧠 Our work has always been about disrupting norms and expanding minds—whether through Black in the Burbs, a podcast led by our @aascholarsproject students exploring the realities of Black youth in suburban spaces, or through The Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW), a movement to cultivate and empower future Black educators. 👨🏽‍🏫 Educators like Dr. Shaun de Vera @devera.educator have used the podcast as a powerful teaching tool, reinforcing why NBEW is an organic extension of our mission to build a more just, inclusive, and representative education system. 🎧 Ready to listen? Black in the Burbs is streaming now on Spotify! ___ 📣 Project Sankofa is building a pipeline to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor, and educate in racially isolated areas. 🔗 Apply now to our Next Black Educator Workforce Program. Priority deadline is March 10th. Link in bio.

🤔 Have you thought about applying to the Next Black Educator Workforce but just keep letting it slide? Let this serve as that nudge that this program might be your catalyst to make a larger-than-life impact, where both educational experience and profound core memories are valued in your work. 🎉 Dr. John Edwards, Associate Director of Special Initiatives, and leader of the Next Black Education Workforce (NBEW), explains why this Black educator pipeline will create a new standard for acceptance and belonging for our youth in the classroom space. ✅ Share this post with an undergraduate senior who is passionate about education and wants to make a difference in the lives of Black students in suburban communities. 🗓️ Priority deadline: March 10th 🔗 To apply, link in bio

👨🏾‍💼 Dr. Carter G. Woodson knew that knowledge was more than power—it was liberation. That’s why, in 1915, he founded the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History, laying the foundation for Black History Month as we know it. 📣 His work was a call to action, one that Black educators answer every day by affirming the genius of our students and the richness of our stories. The revolution is in the lesson plan. 📝 These lesson plans paved the way for Black educators to follow so that our stories are continuously passed down from generation to generation. 🛣️ Through the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) Program, we are creating a pathway for aspiring and current Black teachers to thrive—because representation in education matters. 👨🏿‍🎓 When Black students see themselves reflected in their teachers, it transforms not only their academic experience but their belief in what’s possible. Image caption: Dr. Carter G. Woodson Image credit: NAACP Freeport Branch ✅ Share this post with an aspiring Black educator. 🔗 Apply to NBEW. Link in bio

📣 We are thrilled to continue our partnership with @wusdk12 in West Sacramento, CA! 🏫 During the last week of January, we connected with students, teachers, and administrators to better understand the needs of Black high school students. 🚀 This month, we’re launching the Black Young Women’s Collective, a transformative program designed to support Black high school students. 🖤 Our culturally relevant curriculum covers critical topics like Black women’s health, belonging, mental health, college and career pathways, body image, and more. ‼️ These spaces are vital. When Black girls see themselves reflected in their mentors, they feel empowered to lead. 👉🏾 That’s why our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) program is building a pipeline of Black educators and mentors who uplift and guide the next generation. ✅ Share this with an aspiring undergraduate senior passionate about education who wants to teach and lead classrooms in racially isolated communities.

👨🏿‍🎓 HBCUs have been instrumental in advancing the upward social mobility of our community since the 19th century. Beyond offering lower tuition, they provide a nurturing environment where students can explore and embrace their cultural identity. ‼️ However, not all Black students can access such an oasis of support—especially those in suburban and rural areas. Research shows that many Black students who live outside of major city centers experience feelings of isolation, microaggressions, and racism, impacting their sense of belonging and academic success. 🤔 What other challenges hinder the creation of authentic, thriving environments for Black students? Drop your thoughts in the comments! 👇🏾 ___ We are creating a pipeline program to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor, and educate in racially isolated areas. 🔗 Apply to our Next Black Educator Workforce teaching credential program. Link in bio. ✅ Share this post with someone you know who is passionate about transforming the futures of Black young people.

✊🏾 The future of education starts with us. The Next Black Educator Workforce, is building a pipeline of Black educators ready to transform schools and disrupt systemic inequities. 🌍 🗓️ In just 24 months, this innovative program blends: 👉🏾 social justice 👉🏾 ethnic studies 👉🏾 hands-on experience equipping aspiring Black educators to lead where they’re needed most. With mentorship, professional development, and a powerful alumni network, we’re creating lasting change—for us, by us, to us, through us. ✊🏾 Ready to shape the next generation and redefine education? 🔗 Apply today: Link in bio

👉🏿 Dr. Carter G. Woodson knew that knowledge is liberation—not just for some, but for all of us. Black educators are the gatekeepers of that truth. We are here to unteach the myths, undo the harm, and remind our students that their existence is a testament to resilience. 🌟 We teach Black joy. We teach Black power. We teach Black futures. Our students don’t just need teachers—they need mirrors. They need to see themselves reflected in the lessons, the books, and the voices guiding them forward. 🖤 Black History Month is every month, every day, every breath**.** And in classrooms, it’s not confined to a chapter in a textbook—it’s a living, breathing movement. ____ Project Sankofa is building a pipeline to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor and educate in racially isolated areas. 🔗 Next Black Educator Workforce applications are open, link in bio

🌟 Every great human endeavor has an origin story—and so does every great logo. 🎨 We recently underwent a rebranding process to refresh our look and feel, including updates to our color palette, fonts, and most importantly, our logo. Like when we designed our first logo, we approached this evolution with deep intentionality—especially in depicting the Sankofa bird, from which we draw strength and inspiration. 📣 The Sankofa bird symbolizes the importance of looking back to move forward, and that’s exactly what we’re doing through our Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) Program. 👩🏾‍🏫 By investing in Black educators, we are honoring the legacy of those who came before us while actively shaping a future where Black students are taught, mentored, and empowered by teachers who understand their journey. 💡 Education is liberation, and the educators leading that charge deserve our support. 🔗 Link in bio to learn how we’re creating change with NBEW A huge thank you to @hillandco.creative for guiding us through this creative journey! 👉🏿 What does the Sankofa bird mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments!

📈 From 17.9% in 2010 to 22.6% in 2021, the rate of African Americans obtaining college degrees has steadily improved. Yet, this progress still falls short of the national average, exposing the deep racial disparities that persist in education. 👏🏽👏🏿 Black brilliance thrives when our youth are seen, valued, and supported. They deserve intentional care, culturally responsive teaching, and a community committed to their liberation. It’s time for teachers, role models, school districts, and communities to rise together and build a system where Black brilliance is not just possible but inevitable. 💡 Beyond the classroom, what are other ways that our youth can achieve Black brilliance? Share your thoughts below and tag a teacher, school administrator, community leader and/or an organization that is committed to uplifting the next generation of Black youth . 👇🏽 ——- Project Sankofa is building a pipeline to prepare Black high school teachers to lead, mentor and educate in racially isolated areas. 🔗 To apply to NBEW, link in bio

🌟As a way to minimize any gatekeeping of information, learn about what the NBEW application requires. Also, our Strategic Partnership Coordinator, Nicole Varveris @nvarveris, shares with us how NBEW is giving forward to generations of Black students. 🔗To apply, link in bio

This week, we honor a great Civil Rights leader who paved the way for many of us in the fight for equity and justice. In the same spirit, we celebrate trailblazers who were pioneers in advancing the rights of African Americans to access education. 👩🏾‍🏫 Susie King Taylor (1848–1912) Susie King Taylor is recognized as one of the first Black teachers in the United States. Despite not receiving a formal education herself, she was taught by two African-American women while enslaved. After escaping with her uncle, they fled to St. Simons Island, where she began teaching former slaves at just 14 years old. Later, she opened a private school for the children of freed people, which operated for two years until a nearby public school was established. Image caption: Susie King Taylor Image credit: Library of Congress 🏫 Fanny Jackson Coppin (1837–1913) Fanny Jackson Coppin became the first Black principal in the United States at the Institute for Colored Youth in Philadelphia. She was also one of the first Black women to graduate from Oberlin College in 1865. While a student, Jackson Coppin founded a night school program to educate freed people. Image caption: Fanny Jackson Coppin Image credit: BlackThen.com 👨🏿‍🎓Kelly Miller (1863–1939) Kelly Miller was the first Black mathematics graduate student and the first Black student at Johns Hopkins University. In 1907, he was appointed dean of Howard University’s College of Arts and Sciences, where he significantly improved the curriculum and increased enrollment. Image caption: Kelly Miller Image credit: Educatorsusa.org 🤔 Who are other prominent Black trailblazers in education that we should know about? Share in the comments!

🛣️ As we navigate a new administration, feelings of hopelessness can start to make a home for itself - especially in the coming week. ⚡️Let us recommit to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr’s vision of an inclusive future— a world where education and collective action protect our basic human rights and build a brighter future for Black communities. 🤎 We honor the legacy of MLK Jr., a beacon of liberation, resilience, and unapologetic truth. His call for justice resonates now more than ever. It’s our collective responsibility to continue to live out his dream. 💡 How will you carry his legacy forward today?

👉🏾 Support looks different to teachers depending on who you ask, which is why it is often overlooked. At Project Sankofa, an inquisitive mind is crucial to improving the emotional well-being and retention of our educators. 🤔 What can a lack of support look like as an educator? How might that be different in suburban and rural areas? Please share your thoughts below. 📝 Also if you haven’t done so, checkout the recently launched the Next Black Educator Workforce. We are building a pipeline for Black teachers to help prepare them to teach in racially isolated and suburban communities. ✅ Applications are now open! 🙏🏽Share this post with folx in your network!

📣 Project Sankofa is thrilled to announce that our Founder and Executive Director, @drmebeasley is participating at this year’s @institute_np 2025-26 Black Leadership Institute in Montgomery, Alabama! She is part of a cohort of senior-level Black leaders from across the country for an 18-month transformative fellowship experience. ✊🏽 This incredible opportunity brings together changemakers locally and nationally to explore innovative strategies for building power, influence, and equity within our communities. 🌅 As we navigate the uncertainties of 2025—facing shifts in administration and the evolving future of education—we remain steadfast. Strength is found in community, and together, we will fight for freedom, dignity, and the future of Black excellence. Stay tuned for updates on this journey! #INPBLI #INProud2Lead #BlackLeadership #EducationForEquity

🛠️ The Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW) is really about building a legacy for Black families, and it’s going to take a village to reverse and build upon the historical harms done to our communities. 📚 Research helps us deepen our understanding of the various community conditions and sharpen our decision-making skills for lasting change. 📊 Over the next few weeks, we will share more data that presents challenges to the Black educator pipeline. 🤔 Can you think of additional clogs that plague our education system? Please share in the comments.

✨ SPECIAL ANNOUCEMENT ✨ 🤎 At the heart of Project Sankofa’s work is expanding both the pathways of success for Black students and the range for people to be involved. That is why we are elated to announce the recruitment for the inaugural cohort of our high school teacher credentialing program with the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW, pronounced “nu-bu”). 👩🏿‍🏫 🧑🏾‍🏫 This innovative program focuses on professional development, engagement and growth of teachers. ✅ If you are looking to make an impact through transformative education centered on the liberation of Black students, or know someone who would be a great fit for this program, TAG them in the comments. ➡️ To read further, click the link in the bio, and help us find our first class of change agents to join NBEW! ✊🏾

📖 As we turn the page on 2024, we wanted to give you a little peak into what we have in store for you this next year. 💜 Project Sankofa is more than just a gathering place for people who look like us. It is a hub where knowledge intersects with liberation. 💡 The DidYouKnow series is our everyday way of pulling our social media community into the conversation. Moving forward, we will post data or a fact that illustrates raw truths of the K-12 education system and pose a question. 🚀 Here’s the first one. According to Will (2023), “About 80 percent of the teaching force is white, although more than half of K-12 public school students are students of color.” 🤔 What barriers do you see that prevent a higher number of Black teachers from entering the K-12 system? 💬 Let’s start the conversation by dropping your thoughts in the comments.

🚀 Launch of our new initiative 🚀 🙏🏽 We hope that this holiday break gives you the rest and reflection that you are seeking. ✊🏽 As we navigate a new administration this new year, we know our work is even more critical. 🎬 Behind the scenes, we have been immersed in building our newest program that we are so excited to share with you. 📣 Project Sankofa has been at the forefront of transforming the experience of Black students in the K-12 system, particularly those in isolated communities. And now, we are going to take it to the next level with our newest initiative, the Next Black Educator Workforce (NBEW). Learn more about how this educator pipeline program will prepare and empower Black educators to lead the way in our classrooms and be role models for our Black students. 🔗 Link in Bio 👉🏼 Tag a friend who is an educator, school administrator, and/or community leader and is committed to transforming the high school experience.

Meet Charles Bolton, our dedicated Director for the African American Scholars Project (AASP). Born and raised in South Sacramento, CA, Charles completed his undergraduate degree at the University of the Pacific in 2009. After losing his mother during his senior year, Charles chose to give back by serving as an AmeriCorps volunteer in elementary and middle school education from 2009 to 2011. This experience deepened his understanding of the disparities he grew up with and ignited his passion for working with students in underserved communities. Charles went on to earn his Master’s degree and teaching credential from Antioch University in Los Angeles, where he pioneered co-teaching programs and received Master Teacher recognition under The College Ready Promise evaluation system. His journey then led him to Howard University, where he is currently pursuing a Doctoral degree in Educational Leadership and Policy. In addition to teaching Special Education for Sacramento City Unified School District and adult education, Charles proudly serves as the Director for the AASP in West Sacramento, San Ramon, and Los Angeles. Charles is a father of two teenage boys and enjoys traveling, guiding his children through life with the principles of steward leadership. Rejoining his childhood neighborhood as a teacher and giving back to his community is one of his greatest sources of pride. We are honored to have Charles leading our efforts at AASP.

AASP is like Family! Hear directly from our incredible alumni about how the African American Scholars Project (AASP) has empowered them with resources and a sense of community, even in the most racially isolated environments. Their stories are a testament to the life-changing impact of our work!

Our AASP Program empowers racially isolated young minds with the tools and resource they need to succeed!

Meet Nicole Varveris, 🌟 our AASP Coordinator and transformative leader in education. With a passion for creating student support pathways and driving systemic change, Nicole is dedicated to fostering equitable and inclusive educational environments. As the Director of Equity and Inclusion at Stanford University’s Online High School, she leads initiatives to increase access for marginalized groups and support diverse student needs. Nicole also serves on the Board of Directors for People of Color in Independent Schools NorCal, guiding strategic decisions to enhance support for students of color in Bay Area schools. 🎓 With an M.A. in Educational Counseling and a B.S. in Social Science, Nicole combines expertise and dedication to advance inclusive and supportive educational environments. Please join us in welcoming Nicole in her new role!

Hear directly from our incredible alumni about how the African American Scholars Project (AASP) has empowered them with resources and a sense of community, even in the most racially isolated environments. Their stories are a testament to the life-changing impact of our work!

Empowering futures one step at a time! Our AASP program has made a remarkable impact on our scholars, helping them achieve a deeper understanding of their identity and self-worth through our enriching workshops and programs.

In one of our previous Mai Monday live streams, we explored the misconceptions surrounding Brown v. Board of Education and its lasting impact on Black communities. While Brown was a landmark decision intended to integrate schools, it also led to unintended consequences, such as the decentralization of Black communities and the erosion of culturally affirming educational spaces. At Project Sankofa, we’re committed to addressing these challenges by researching and resourcing Black students in racially isolated communities. Our work aims to rebuild the support systems that have been fragmented over time due to the disbursement of Black families across the state. StayTuned, we got some great guest coming up for more insightful conversations with Dr. Maisha Beasley on MaiMondays! 🌟 💼 #Education #Diversity #Inclusion #CulturalAwareness #MaiMondays #LinkedInLive #ProjectSankofa Maisha Beasley, Ed.D.

🌟 Don't underestimate the power of asking for help! 🌟 Let's normalize seeking support and show others that it's okay to reach out when needed. Huge shoutout to @aaamotivated's Kehia for this important message! Head over to Mai Mondays for valuable resources on how to promote advocacy and empowerment in young minds. Let's all work together to create a culture of support and encouragement. 💪 #AskForHelp #Advocacy #projectsankofa #aaamotivated #SupportSystem

Get ready to conquer the week with a dose of inspiration from Kehia McKinney! 🌟 #MondayMotivation #ProjectSankofa

During her tenure as AASP Director, we had the privilege of learning about and from Dr. T. Gertrude Jenkins, and we can tell you - the gems never stopped dropping 💎. To hear more from this phenomenal human, look no further than our Mai Monday's Podcast (link in bio). #OriginStory #BLES #MaiMondays #AASP #ProjectSankofa

🔥 “Do you know the difference between a culturally relevant educator and a politically relevant educator? Discover the insights of Dr. T. Gertrude Jenkins on episode 3 of Mai Mondays. Dive deeper into her Black Liberatory Education Subversion (B.L.E.S) research and understand why it’s crucial for our students. Join us on Spotify or YouTube to explore the full conversation. What are some ways you show up as a socio-politically relevant educator? Let us know in the chat. 🎧✊🏾📚 #BLES #BlackExcellence #PoliticalRelevance #MaiMondays #projectsankofa #blackeducatorpipeline

So grateful to have Kehia McKinney from @aaamotivated to share with us how affinity spaces, advocacy and love fuel her mission. Making mistakes is a part of the journey, but with her program, young minds can find direction, support and encouragement to propel them to their dreams. Watch the full episode on our youtube channel or listen on Spotify today! Next Monday we have Dr. Gertrude Jenkins on LinkedIn Live to explore her research on Suburban Black Youth and her work with the AASP program🔥. Stay tuned!

🎙️ Tune in to the latest Mai Monday featuring the inspiring Kehia McKinney, founder of @aaamoivated, as she shares her expertise in fostering advocacy among Suburban Black Youth, teaching them essential tools for self-empowerment! Watch on our YouTube channel or listen on Spotify today! 🎥🎧 Link in bio

Introducing Synclaire! Discover the unique features of our AASP program through her firsthand account. Find out what sets this program apart from the rest. Interested in learning more? Send us a direct message!

Advocacy matters! 🌟 Check out last week’s Mai Mondays as we celebrated the power of parent and student voices in shaping inclusive education. 🔗 in bio. Special thanks to our inspiring guest, @demetriusaball, for sharing his impactful message. 🎤💬 Don’t miss out—let’s keep advocating for change together! Check us out this Monday live from LinkedIn with Kehia McKinney! How do you advocate and disrupt bias for Black students on your campus? Let us know in the comments. #InclusiveEducation #AdvocacyWorks #ThankYouDemetrius #maimondays #projectsankofa #beyondtheclassics

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Urban Planning’s Role in Educational Inequity

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