Live From Summit 2016: Movements for the Next America
NewSchools Summit 2016 officially began this morning with an inspirational opening plenary. Two young women — one Latino and one Black – stepped onto
Live From Summit 2016: Newark Beyond the Headlines
Jen Holleran of Startup: Education, moderated a thought-provoking session exploring some of the inherent conflicts – fiscal, facilities and enrollment
Live From Summit 2016: Diversity & Inclusion: What, How and Why Now
Cameron White, Associate Partner at the NewSchools Venture Fund, led a discussion that shed light on the problem with traditional, homogenous teams, e
Announcing our Diverse Leaders Ventures
I’m lucky. I have a job I love, and I am doing work that makes me proud. I co-lead one of NewSchools’ investment areas that supports increasing divers
The “friends and family round”: Reflections on the Camelback Ventures Bay Area summit
I attended the Camelback Ventures Bay Area summit on November 12 & 13. Camelback Ventures supports
Relay GSE Increases Staff Diversity Over Three Years
Relay is deeply committed to creating a diverse institution that respects difference and is inclusive of its communities. Using the
Forward Movement, but Miles to Go
Only 20% of US nonprofit board members are people of color. 50% of the candidates Charter Board Partners matched to charter school boards in Washi
What NewSchools Will Do to Diversify Education Leadership
In a blog post earlier this week, we shared w
Education Organizations Need to Diversify Leadership
Teams of educators are stepping up to create innovative schools that can prepare and inspire young people to achieve their most ambitious dreams and p
Impact of “From Intentions to Actions” Report
Reaction to From Intention to Action