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Most cities love to talk about inclusion. These four New Leaders Council alumni actually do something about it. They’re changing policy, changing who gets to make it, how rooms get filled, and what leadership looks like when it’s done right. Disability Pride Month shouldn’t be the only time we pay attention. These leaders have been reshaping systems, challenging assumptions, and building stronger communities long before July rolled around. They’ll be doing it long after it ends. The question is: Will you be paying attention?

During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and powerful contributions of AANHPI leaders across the country. At New Leaders Council, our community includes changemakers who are shifting narratives, building inclusive systems, and leading with purpose. This month, we are proud to highlight three NLC alumni who are creating space, championing equity, and leaving their mark across sectors.

Karen Pandy-Cherry, from one NLC alum to another…Congratulations on being voted in as the President & CEO of New Leaders Council and its amazing network. It’s not just a title; it’s a reflection of the trust and deep admiration this community holds for you. And let me just say, it’s about time.

This June, New Leaders Council chapters across the country are showing up and showing out and you need to be in the room. Whether you’re an alum, a future Fellow, or someone who simply believes in the power of people, progress, and purpose, these events are where leadership and community collide.

During Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we celebrate the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and powerful contributions of AANHPI leaders across the country. At New Leaders Council, our community includes changemakers who are shifting narratives, building inclusive systems, and leading with purpose. This month, we are proud to highlight three NLC alumni who are creating space, championing equity, and leaving their mark across sectors.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, New Leaders Council is proud to uplift the changemakers in our network who shape the future every single day, not just through lessons in a classroom, but by modeling leadership, equity, and resilience for the next generation. Across the country, NLC alumni are redefining what it means to be an educator, investing in their communities with purpose, passion, and a deep belief in the power of education to transform lives.