At African Leadership Group, we work closely with families from many backgrounds. What we hear from parents is not political. It is not ideological. It is practical. Parents want good schools. They want options that fit their children. And they want access to resources that help their children succeed.

For the 230 people who attended the African Leadership Group International Women’s Day celebration — and everyone who wishes they had — it was one of those rare moments when a theme stopped being a tagline and became real.

Two graduates of African Leadership Group’s Leadership Africa program were recently recognized with prestigious community awards, highlighting the growing impact of ALG alumni across Colorado’s civic and community leadership landscape.

For many newcomers building their lives in Colorado, rideshare work has become one of the few economic opportunities that offers both immediate income and the flexibility to pursue education, entrepreneurship, and long-term career goals.

This gathering demonstrated clearly that the divide between us is just one sincere conversation away from breaking. Though an ocean separates us, our histories, cultures, values, and aspirations are deeply intertwined. 

Read these two moving, short pieces by T recent graduates of ALG's Public Speaking Class Cohort 18. 

Colorado continues to offer refundable state tax credits that can provide meaningful financial relief for families and care workers. While one of these credits remains available for the current tax year, it may not be available in future years, making this an important time to take action.