We are beyond thrilled to announce Tricia Hersey—author, activist, and founder of The Nap Ministry—as the Keynote Speaker for our 2025 Convening!
Tricia’s work powerfully reminds us that rest is resistance and a pathway to radical transformation. At The Convening, she’ll lead a conversation on how embracing rest fuels liberation, disrupts systems of oppression, and sustains our leadership. Her vision aligns deeply with Surge’s mission to empower leaders of color in education and beyond.
Join us in welcoming Tricia Hersey to the 2025 Convening! Learn more about her leadership journey.
Ascension is not a solitary act; it’s a shared journey. As we commemorate Surge’s 10th anniversary, we reflect on a decade of rising together and empowering leaders of color to transform education. At the 2025 Alumni Convening, we celebrate The Power of Ascension, this collective strength that has fueled our movement. Together, in Scottsdale, Arizona, we will breathe, bond, and bring to life the power of our shared vision as we prepare to rise to even greater heights. Through retreating, we replenish our strength. Through reflecting, we deepen our connection. And through reimagining, we shape the future of our communities.
Meet us in Scottsdale for a convening dedicated to amplifying our work, empowering our communities, and transforming the future of education!
To learn more about what’s included, costs, payment plans, and scholarship opportunities, visit our registration page.
