At Leadership for Educational Equity, we offer personalized coaching to support your unique leadership journey. Connect with a coach who understands your experiences and shares your identity or lived experience for authentic conversations. Use the buttons below to select traits that describe you and find your best match—you can toggle multiple options to refine your search.
Jemila is a passionate advocate for education equity and racial justice, drawing on her lived experiences as a Black woman, an HBCU graduate, and the child of immigrants. Her background as a former teacher provides her with deep insight into the challenges educators face and the systemic barriers impacting student outcomes. As an HBCU alum, she champions culturally affirming education and the empowerment of underrepresented communities. Jemila's commitment to uplifting historically marginalized voices inspires her to create spaces where Black women thrive and to advocate for policies that ensure equitable access to quality education for immigrant and first-generation students.
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Michael Whaley is the Director of Regional Impact in Memphis, TN, with a rich background as a former teacher and school leader. After teaching in Memphis, Michael founded and led Memphis College Prep, an elementary charter school, where he gained firsthand insight into both the inequities and opportunities within public education. As a white-identifying leader, he is committed to leveraging his privilege to amplify marginalized voices and drive equity-focused change. Michael is excited to connect with members looking to transition their teaching or leadership experience into impactful civic and policy work.
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Celeste is a dedicated advocate for equity and social justice, living in Baltimore as a mom to an elementary and middle schooler. As a white woman, she is committed to moving beyond allyship, working to dismantle oppressive structures, and amplifying marginalized voices. Celeste is passionate about creating safe and equitable communities for all children and would love to partner with you on finding ways to leverage your unique talents and privileges to drive meaningful change for a more just world.
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Melissa is a passionate civic leader and mother of two young daughters, ages four and five. An African-American woman with extensive experience in international communities and World Language teaching, she is dedicated to leveraging her identity as a member of the global majority to foster leadership and connection. Having grown up in Dallas and now living in the rapidly expanding suburb of Princeton, TX, Melissa is deeply engaged in school board accountability, county issues, and voter engagement. Whether you're a parent, a suburban leader, or a woman of color, Melissa is eager to support you in balancing civic leadership with personal life and finding your voice in the fight for equity.
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Caprice is the Director of Regional Engagement at LEE, bringing over a decade of experience in student advocacy and nonprofit program development. As a Black woman, she deeply understands the importance of cultivating an authentic leadership story. A former educator, Caprice continuously leverages her background to champion educational equity, focusing on empowering young adults (ages 18-24) through LEE's charter network partnerships. She is passionate about guiding the next generation of leaders in finding their voice and impact.
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David is a Director of Member Engagement at LEE based in Houston, TX. A proud first-generation Colombian-American who grew up in Miami, FL, David brings his experience as a former teacher and school leader to his current role as a civic engagement coach. As a gay man, he led authentically in his classroom and continues to do so in his work, empowering other queer LEE members. David is passionate about supporting men of color and LGBTQIA+ individuals as they navigate and grow their civic leadership.
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Dr. Henry Jones Jr., PhD serves as the Director of Strategy for Leadership for Educational Equity in Memphis. A proud son of the Mississippi Delta (Clarksdale), he leverages his expertise in community engagement to build grassroots organizations, recruit leaders, and create impactful community-based programs. As a man of color with a strong background in higher education, Dr. Jones is passionate about empowering communities of color, particularly in rural areas, to show up, speak out, and drive meaningful change.
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Jazmyn is a Director of Organizing Strategy at LEE, dedicated to supporting members in driving meaningful change within their communities. As a woman of color, she is passionate about uplifting the voices of BIPOC women. Additionally, she is deeply committed to elevating the experiences and perspectives of youth and their families, fostering a stronger connection between parents, caregivers, and community advocacy.
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Lisa is a Senior Director at LEE based in Durham, NC. As a mom to two teenagers and a former teacher, she remains deeply involved in public education as an engaged parent and advocate. Lisa also brings a wealth of experience from her work in state-level policy, helping educators transition their classroom experience into careers in policy and advocacy. As a white woman who grew up in rural North Carolina, she is committed to exploring the intersections of race, gender, and class, and is excited to connect with parents, educators, and white-identifying individuals looking to expand their impact in civic leadership.
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Marcus is a Vice President at LEE based in New York City. As a first-generation Mexican-American from El Paso, Texas, he is passionate about supporting men of color in navigating professional spaces. Marcus, a proud gay man, also brings a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities faced by the LGBTQIA+ community. With 8 years of experience as a primary school teacher and leader in Houston, New Orleans, and Chicago, he is especially eager to connect with current or former educators, men of color, and LGBTQIA+ individuals focused on career growth or running for office.
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