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Topic of the Day: Lack of Representation in Education 📚 The lack of representation at schools is a critical issue across communities in the US. This issue is influenced by factors like: recruitment and hiring practices, retention issues, systemic inequities, educational access issues, perceptions of the education field, and more. The COVID-19 pandemic brought this longstanding issue into focus. Now, we must continue to build a more equitable educational environment with more diversity and inclusion. Want to learn how to take action on this issue? Visit our website to learn how to help in your community: https://lnkd.in/efSKwdYW

📣The Emerging Policy & Advocacy Leaders Series application is NOW open! If you’re a LEE member looking to kick off your career or looking for support and resources, you’re in the right place. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/e6zpYbGx 🔗

Our partners at School Board Partners have found that only 38% of school board members intend to run for reelection. At LEE, we believe in the power of diverse, equitable representation and this presents a BIG opportunity to do just that. LEE members are able to take advantage of our programs, elected leadership coaching, and campaign partnership supports - designed to provide leaders with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to take on these essential roles. If you're not yet a LEE member, check out if you're eligible and join us. https://lnkd.in/gnD6DkRB   If you are a LEE member, thinking about participating in one of the below opportunities. 🏛️ People of Color Political Leadership Program - applications are opening soon for our next cohort of the Political Leadership Program, the perfect opportunity to think about and plan your next steps in running for an open school board seat in your area. https://lnkd.in/evH5Xawz Elected Leadership Coaching - Get in touch with one of our elected leadership coaches. They are uniquely able to help you explore opportunities in your region, work through any questions you have about being a school board member, and connect you with our campaign partnership team when you're ready to run. https://lnkd.in/eggkUjdP

Sharpen your civic leadership skills with these tips! 🤝 Looking for tools, resources, and industry knowledge to create change in your community? LEE Members, tap the link in bio to learn how we can support you in each of these steps. If you're not a LEE member, visit our website to see if you're eligible and register today.

The Leaders’ Table Podcast is back! Our President, Mildred Otero, and Vice President, Platforms Taylor Stewart, co-host the latest season. Each month, we'll be dropping inspiring stories from leaders and lessons learned along their journey. Meet Jonah Edelman, Co-Founder and CEO of Stand for Children. Tune in to his conversation about his 28-year career leading Stand for Children, prioritizing service, passion, and legacy, and more. Ready to listen? Tap the link to hear the full episode out NOW: https://lnkd.in/ekyCQZ5P 🎙️

🗳️ Interested in running for office? Join us TOMORROW @ 7PM EST for Exploring A Run, a virtual workshop designed to support your elected leadership journey. Register for this event here: https://lnkd.in/eCAKqsxd

📣 Our virtual event is just FIVE days away! Exploring a Run is a 60-minute virtual workshop covering the challenges, lessons, and revelations of running for office. Join us Tuesday, July 16 to gain insight and member-exclusive resources for every phase of your elected leadership journey! Tap HERE to register for this event: https://lnkd.in/eCAKqsxd 🔗

📣 Save the date! We invite all LEE members to register for our Introduction to Policy and Advocacy Careers TODAY @ 2pm EST. Tap HERE to register for this event: https://lnkd.in/ex7C-gRD

📣 Announcement: Applications are NOW open for our Emerging Policy & Advocacy Leader Series! Apply today for an amazing opportunity to meet civic leaders of color in Washington, D.C. this fall. Take the next steps in your civic leadership journey today by clicking the link to sign up: https://lnkd.in/e6zpYbGx 🔗

Millennials and Gen Z are highly underrepresented in American politics. More than half of all Americans are millennials or younger, but only 6% of state legislators are 35 or younger. Let us provide our expertise and guidance to help support your interest in elected leadership. Register HERE for our Exploring a Run virtual workshop on Tuesday, July 16th @ 7pm EST: https://lnkd.in/eCAKqsxd