Did You Know?💡 Young people are at the forefront of the fight against inequities in society, despite being the minority age group in elected offices. By advocating for policies that address disparities in education, healthcare, and more, many Gen Z and Millennial civic leaders are working towards ending inequity in their communities. At LEE, we encourage leaders of all ages to find their passions and to increase equity in their communities. If you’re interested in developing your career here at LEE, tap the link in our bio to match with a career coach to get started: https://lnkd.in/eggkUjdP
LEE
Education Management
New York, NY 88,070 followers
We develop leaders. Come lead with us.
About us
LEE is a diverse network of equity-minded leaders at all stages of life and career. By providing 1:1 coaching, meaningful member-to-member connections, and skill-building opportunities, we help our network members do the work needed to ensure an equitable education for children everywhere – whether that’s organizing within their local communities, exploring careers in policy and advocacy, or pursuing elected office. LEE is a free membership organization currently open to alumni of several partner organizations including Teach For America, the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute (CHCI), New Leaders, Latinos for Education, Urban Teachers, Public Allies, and School Board Partners. LEE believes that when a diverse group of leaders, grounded in a commitment to equity, are in leadership roles, they will serve as a transformative force for and with students and communities. We are an outcomes-oriented organization that operates in an entrepreneurial environment deeply invested in continuous improvement. LEE is honored to have been selected as a LATINA Style 50 Award recipient and a When Work Works award recipient. We are also an Employer of National Service. If you would like to become part of our team and join the fight for educational equity, or if you would simply like to learn more, please visit educationalequity.org.
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https://wearelee.org
External link for LEE
- Industry
- Education Management
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- New York, NY
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Specialties
- Leadership Development, Civic Engagement, Community Organizing, Policy, Advocacy, Education, Educational Equity, and Elected Leadership
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25 Broadway, 13th Floor
New York, NY 10004, US
Employees at LEE
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Check your emails and mark your calendars for our upcoming events here at LEE this month! To start your month off right, fill out the application for our upcoming Emerging Policy & Advocacy Leaders Series program here: https://lnkd.in/e6zpYbGx 🔗
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Excited to highlight LEE President, Mildred Otero, and her insightful guest appearance on the Women of Color Rise podcast with Analiza Wolf. Catch this episode and listen to this deep dive into authentic civic leadership and tips to create change in your community. Be sure to tune in!
Do you want a pathway to build a more equitable world? For this Women of Color Rise Power, I talk with Mildred Otero, President of LEE (Leadership for Educational Equity), where she is creating pathways for leaders to engage civically within their communities to end the injustice of inequity. This includes building leaders with inside power (policy leaders, elected leaders) and outside power (advocates and organizers in communities). When we have diverse leaders with inside and outside power, we start to see long lasting change for communities, Mildred shares skills to develop our inside power to create change: 1. Spot where there are problems and find solutions - Notice when something doesn’t feel right and how we can problem solve and make things better by working and bringing along others. For Mildred, she saw at an early age how hard it was for her hardworking family to get basic services, so she found a way later in life to find solutions and bring others (politics and other changemakers) along. 2. See the gray - Most people tend to see the world in black and white. When we can see the gray, we are able to be open and curious to different perspectives and empathize with others. 3. Have self-awareness and humility - See yourself as a growing person who does not know everything and can learn lessons from others. Being a woman or person of color at the table is a doorway to change. When we bring our unique identities and experiences to the table, know that conversations and decisions change. 4. Connect to people as humans - When we connect to each other as humans and the childhood experiences that have shaped us, we can get to the root of where our beliefs were formed. We open up shared understanding and the possibility of changing our beliefs. Listen here: Apple - https://lnkd.in/dZQ53YN5 Spotify - https://lnkd.in/eZDJCqKK Youtube - https://lnkd.in/eHJvzkmq Website - https://lnkd.in/eJwG_r8M #womenofcolor #asianculture #womenleadership #successmindset #bosswomen #leadersareleaders #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #culture #racism #momprenuer #newpodcast #podcastseries #relationships #femaleleaders #thoughtleaders #womenleaders #womeninleadership #ceo #bossatwork #workingmom #community
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🚨Applications close TOMORROW! 🚨 Here’s why you should join the Emerging Policy & Advocacy Leaders Series if you’re a LEE member of color: 👉 Grow your confidence and skills to land a role in policy and advocacy within the next year 👉 Network and connect with other leaders in the policy and advocacy space 👉 Make connections between your background and the need for your leadership 👉 Get tangible tools and skills to begin your transition into a policy or advocacy job 👉 Earn a Leadership Certificate after successful completion of the program Fill out the application HERE to join us in Washington, D.C.: https://lnkd.in/e6zpYbGx 🔗
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Thinking of attending our Intro to Community Organizing Workshop? Here’s what LEE members are saying about the Intro to Community Organizing Workshop! 👏 If you’re ready to learn more about community organizing and how to begin your own community organizing efforts, click this link to register for this workshop: https://lnkd.in/eygt5qV6 #CommunityOrganizing #LEE
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There’s still time to apply to the Emerging Policy & Advocacy Leaders Series! There is 1 week left until the deadline closes. ⏰ Fill out your application by AUGUST 9th for the opportunity to join us in Washington, D.C. This program offers our members of color a safe space to explore what it means to be a leader of color and how to navigate that throughout your career. 👏 Interested? Tap HERE to apply: https://lnkd.in/e6zpYbGx
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Join us as we dive into educational advocate Jonah Edelman’s inspiring leadership and impactful initiatives at Stand for Children. 👏 Check out the full episode out now: https://lnkd.in/ekyCQZ5P 🔗
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Registration is now OPEN for our Intro to Community Organizing workshop! If you want to.. 👉 Gain a basic understanding of community organizing 👉 Learn where to organize and how to find others to organize with 👉 Understand the impact of grassroots efforts and how they’ve led to policy and systemic change then register TODAY here: https://lnkd.in/eygt5qV6 #IntrotoCommunityOrganizing #LEE
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Whether it's volunteering or advocating for local issues, every action counts. At LEE, our mission is to build leaders to civically engage with their communities to end inequity. We provide 1:1 coaching and opportunities to support and inspire members to increase equity everywhere. Making a difference starts small, you just have to get involved! 👏 Access our Community Organizing toolkit and resources to begin today: https://lnkd.in/e2FuieS6
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Here are a few reasons why civic leadership is so important! 🗳️ Join our LEE community to learn more about how we can support you on your journey in promoting equity in your community: https://lnkd.in/ewTK-sED
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