Christine Diaz
“I know that I will never have the impact I desire if I don’t push my own boundaries and strengthen my ability to be ‘comfortable with being uncomfortable.’ At the…
Dominique McKoy
“The Surge Fellowship offers me an opportunity to become part of a legacy of committed leaders of color making their own contributions to this work, while also – most importantly…
Christian Collins
“I’m seeking to further develop my executive communication skills and ability to navigate politics. I believe that Surge will empower me with the skills and tools to inspire others to…
Aurora Flores Garcia
“I knew Surge was an opportunity to deepen and elevate my impact as a professional of color. And when the time comes, and I am the only Latina leader at…
Bridget Lee
“I am a part of the Surge movement because a quality education changed my life. I want to help others understand that providing a quality education to students of color elevates…
PuraCarina Gonzalez
“The Surge Fellowship represents true change to our systemic disparities and people like myself want to be a part of it, not because we are told to, but because we…
Willow Walker
“Being a part of the Surge Fellowship means being a part of a strong group of like-minded and dedicated people who want to change the lives of African American and…
Susan Tovar
“One act alone, while important, will not change a system, but it is a combination of many acts and people who will cause the change. Through the growing number of…
Amanda Paz
“When working to transform entrenched systems in schools, the Surge community will be my immediate source for guidance. As the movement grows in numbers and across the country, our influence…
ángela munguía
“I believe that Surge can equip me with the tools to further my vision of an equitable educational experience for young people in black and brown communities. I want to…