New Leaders Council

We're still very mindful today too.

Transparency: You see how we foster trust with clear norms and open feedback? We don’t hide, we stay transparent. Very demure, very cutesy. Very clear.

Progress: You see how we challenge the status quo and commit to lifelong growth? We don’t settle, we push forward. Very demure, very mindful. Very progressive.

Trust: You see how we engage in radical honesty and support each other’s visions? We don’t hold back, we build trust. Very demure, very mindful. Very honest.

Community: You see how we build networks that help us thrive together? We don’t go it alone, we collaborate. Very demure, very mindful. Very connected.

New Leaders Council's values are very demure, very mindful.

Equity: You see how we give people what they need to succeed? We don’t push, we create space for everyone to thrive. Very demure, very mindful. Very equitable.

Anti-Oppression: You see how we center human dignity, addressing inequalities with every action? We don’t shy away, we build a world where everyone can thrive. Very demure, very cutesy. Very liberating.

Accountability: You see how we take responsibility for our actions and unpack our privilege? We don’t make excuses, we grow. Very demure, very mindful. Very accountable.

Continuous Growth: You see how we embrace learning in brave spaces? We don’t resist change, we evolve. Very demure, very cutesy. Very transformative.

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ICYMI: The 2024 New Leaders Council Convention photos are available on our page!

Download all the photos as you wish and don't forget to tag us in your posts!

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ID: Photo collage of scenes from Convention

"NLC Alumni are everywhere, advancing progress in every industry and issue-area across the country..." - Candace Stanciel, NLC Atlanta 2013

We are reflecting on Candace's letter from the 2023 NLC Annual Report and are grateful for her leadership within and outside of NLC.

At the 2024 NLC Convention, Candace announced she would be stepping down from the NLC National Board at this time. During her announcement, Candace shared her vision and admiration for NLCers all across the country. Her inspiring words resonated with our convention attendees and we look forward to her next phase as a !

Thank you again Candace!

Don't worry, before we send you out on the big stage to change the world, we'll make sure to train you first.

If you want to pick up some moves to help you on your leadership journey, then the 2025 New Leaders Council Institute is for you.

While we can't guarantee that learning how to dance is part of the curriculum (well, maybe if you attend Convention), we can ensure that you won't freeze during fundraising, that you'll learn how to break it down with smooth communication skills, and successfully spin your way into organizing and moving people.

We'll train you how to lead with authenticity and not borrow anyone else's style.

Learn more at newleaderscouncil.org/apply.

ID: Viral Olympic breakdancer. Don't worry, we'll actually train you. NLC logo. newleaderscouncil.org/apply

Unlock Your Legacy with New Leaders Council!

Combine your birth month with the corresponding NLC value and the first letter of your name to discover how you're building your legacy through our community leadership movement.

Share your unique title and let’s celebrate the impact we’re making together!

Help us create more legacy builders by tagging a friend to play!

ID: "What your NLC values legacy?" Birth month: 01: Equity; 02: Anti-oppression; 03: Accountability; 04: Continuous growth; 05: Transparency; 06: Progress; 07: Trust; 08: Community; 09: Equity; 10: Anti-oppression; 11: Progress; 12: Community

First letter of name: A: Advocate; B: Beacon; C: Catalyst; D: Defender; E: Enthusiast; F: Facilitator; G: Guardian; H: Harbinger; I: Innovator; J: Jetsetter; K: Keeper; L: Luminary; M: Maven; N: Navigator; O: Organizer; P: Pioneer; Q: Quester; R: Reformer; S: Strategist; T: Trailblazer; U: Upholder; V: Vanguard; W: Wayfinder; X: X-Factor; Y: Yielder; Z: Zenith.

"It is time for NLC now to not be the best kept secret." - Karen Pandy-Cherry, Vice President of Programs.

Who is ready to get LOUD about NLC? While we're out serving our communities and changing the world, it's also our time to let everyone around us know about NLC.

We are currently accepting nominations and applications for 2025 Institute.

Help us make some noise about NLC and comment 📣 to amplify NLC!

Visit newleaderscouncil.org/apply to make a nomination or apply.

ID: Karen, a Black woman with braids wearing a blue dress on stage next to the NLC banner along with the quote.

🌟 National Lazy Day? Let's Reframe That. 🌟

Today isn't about laziness—it's about reclaiming our right to rest. In a world that values productivity above all else, taking time to rest is a radical act of resistance. As Tricia Hersey, founder of The Nap Ministry, reminds us:

"Rest is a form of resistance because it disrupts and pushes back against capitalism and white supremacy."

At New Leaders Council, we believe in nurturing not just our communities, but ourselves. So today, let’s honor the power of rest. Rest is restorative, revolutionary, and essential for creating lasting change. Take a moment to recharge—you deserve it. 💤

ID: Rest is Resistance: Why Rest Matters for Changemakers

- 75% of people experience burnout at work.
- Only 35% of Americans get the recommended 7+ hours of sleep.
- 30% of volunteers experience burnout due to overcommitment and lack of balance between volunteering and personal life.
- 50% of volunteers are more likely to continue volunteering long-term when they take regular breaks and prioritize self-care.
- 85% of leaders who regularly practice self-care and prioritize rest report higher levels of personal and professional satisfaction.

“Rest is a form of resistance because it disrupts and pushes back against capitalism and white supremacy.” - Tricia Hersey, founder of The Nap Ministry

Actionable Ways to Rest: Unplug from devices, create a cozy space, take intentional naps, engage in quiet reflection, practice gentle movement.

REST, SO YOU CAN LEAD YOUR LEGACY. 🌟

Sources: Forbes; CDC; VolunteerMatch; American Psychological Association; Points of Light.

Swag, Surf, Serve with New Leaders Council.

Be part of an organization that can do all three.

Leaders work hard, so it’s only fitting that we play hard too. Here’s a to our NLC Atlanta Welcome to Atlanta reception during our 2024 Convention.

If an environment that centers equity, engagement, and entertainment on the dance floor is for you, then you’re in the right place.

Learn more about NLC and our 2025 Institute at newleaderscouncil.org/apply.

ID: NLC Convention attendees dancing.

Swag, Surf, Serve with New Leaders Council.

Be part of an organization that can do all three.

Leaders work hard, so it's only fitting that we play hard too. Here's a to our NLC Atlanta Welcome to Atlanta reception during our 2024 Convention.

If an environment that centers equity, engagement, and entertainment on the dance floor is for you, then you're in the right place.

Learn more about NLC and our 2025 Institute at newleaderscouncil.org/apply.

ID: NLC Convention attendees dancing.

New Leaders Council Institute is held in-person to train place-based leaders, which means you have to apply to a chapter near you! Fortunately, we have over many chapters across the U.S. to choose from.

Which chapter is closest to you?

The chapters accepting applications are Arkansas, Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Broward, Chicago, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Houston, Kentucky, Los Angeles, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York City, Orange County (California)*, Orlando, Palm Beach, Rhode Island, Sacramento, San Antonio, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, South TX Frontera, SW Ohio, Tampa Bay, Tulsa*, Twin Cities, and Washington DC.

Applications are open until September 18th! Visit newleaderscouncil.org/apply today.

*New chapter

ID: Map with NLC chapters accepting applications.

Let's taco 'bout your future on Taco Tuesday!

We're feeling quite "cheesy" today with this flashback of dinner at the 2024 NLC Convention Opening Reception, so we couldn't pass up this opportunity to grab your attention and why we need to talk about what's next for your leadership.

New Leaders Council is now accepting nominations and applications for 2025 Institute. If you have a craving to change the world, and you need a community to help you get there, then NLC is the place for you.

Make a nomination or start on your application today at newleaderscouncil.org/apply.

Drop a 🌮 if you're hungry to make a change and let's taco 'bout your next move!

ID: Person fixing tacos at NLC Convention

Just a reminder of what you can expect from New Leaders Council for the rest of the year and the first half of 2025! Save these dates!

• Sept 18, 2024 :2025 Institute Applications Close
• October 2024: 2025 Institute Applications Review
• November 2024: 2025 Institute Applicant Notifications
• January 2025: Understanding Ourselves and Our Experiences
• February 2025: Understanding Our Community and Our Potential
• March 2025: Understanding Our Voices and Needs
• April 2025: Understanding Our People and our Power
• May 2025: Understanding Our Impact: Place-Based Change (Capstone)
• June 2025: Celebrating Our Place-Based Leaders & Our Future (Graduation)

The 2024 New Leaders Council Convention was featured in the Associated Press in the article titled, "Civil Rights Movement Freedom Riders urge younger activists to get out the vote."

"Charles Person, one of the Civil Rights Movement’s original Freedom Riders, echoed organizers across Georgia when he urged a group of Generation Z and millenial (sic) activists to encourage young people to vote.

Young leaders from across the country gathered in Atlanta at a conference organized by the New Leaders Council, a nonprofit that encourages civic engagement," the article says.

"Don’t give up,” Person said. “You have to believe in you. I believe in you because the future is in your hands.”

Read the full article and quotes from NLC alumni at https://apnews.com/article/civil-rights-freedom-riders-atlanta-vote-ab5f4118091af556802f558a75830504.

Comment to thank Mr. Person for spending his time with us at Convention!

ID: Mr. Charles Person at the Washington High School auditorium by a photo of him getting attacked during the Freedom Rides.

A lot can happen in 3 months, including you and your friends signing up to work the polls.

Working the polls is one of the most effective ways to save and protect democracy. Sign up to be a poll worker and help our elections run smoothly.

New Leaders Council is so proud of every single person who has signed up to work the polls and make sure voters can cast ballots during every election.

Democracy is powered by leaders like you!

Recruit a friend or family member this .

Sign up at powerthepolls.org/NewLeadersCouncil.

ID: November is 3 months away. Help election officials prepare by becoming a poll worker. Power the Polls.

New Leaders Council would like to thank everyone for attending the 2024 NLC Convention in Atlanta, Georgia!

As we celebrated our theme, "A Transformative Legacy: Championing Community Leadership," we hope that you felt welcome, renewed, and inspired to create your living legacy in your communities and the world.

We're thinking back on this moment on The Legacy Tour at the Booker T. Washington High School, the first public high school for African- Americans in the state of Georgia, which was founded 100 years ago and is the alma mater of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

We're standing by the statue of Washington, called "Booker T. Washington Lifting the Veil of Ignorance," which is the only exact replica of the original bronze at the Tuskegee Institute by sculptor Charles Keck. The inscription reads: "He lifted the veil of ignorance from his people and pointed the way to progress through education and industry."

Fittingly, we're joined in this photo by Mr. Charles Person, the youngest original Freedom Rider.

Tag yourself and who you see in the comments.

We look forward to building our legacy with you!

ID: NLC alumni and friends outside of Washington High School.

POV: It's your first day back at work after attending the 2024 New Leaders Council Convention, but you still can't think about anything else.

Who can relate?!

ID: Distracted boyfriend meme. Woman walking depicting 2024 NLC Convention. Man looking at her depicting "me" and a woman looking at him depicting their job.

Who’s in Atlanta for Convention?! Check in!

The 2024 New Leaders Council Convention starts TOMORROW!!!

We're wishing everyone safe travels and they venture to Atlanta.

Registration is now closed.
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ID: NLC Logo. Countdown to Convention. 1 Day. 2024 Convention. Atlanta, Georgia. July 25 - 28, 2024. A Transformative Legacy: Championing Community Leadership. Atlanta Skyline. newleaderscouncil.org/2024convention