“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember you have within you the strength, the patience and the passion to reach for the stars, to change the world.”
Harriet Tubman
Our MISSION
Giving women from ethnically diverse backgrounds and underserved communities a chance to succeed as leaders in the global economy
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What Drives Our Philosophy?
Comprehensive. Community. Career.
LEA is a community-driven approach to STEM education and career development for marginalized women. We work with cutting-edge technology, professional mentors, and a broad range of partners to give candidates a clear path from the classroom to the boardroom, and then back to their communities as leaders of change.
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Our Goals
03. Prepare exceptionally talented, yet marginalized young women to compete as thought leaders in STEM fields
GIVE TODAY and HELP Accelerate Leadership Development and Community Transformation
What we do
Academic and professional development
Community renewal, and collaboration
Marginalized community outreach
Maintain a socially inclusive network
A full-circle leadership Model
Our unique approach ensures successful students who make it to the board level give back by mentoring women of color building businesses in their own communities.
Upcoming Events
at invitation from Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Chief Diversity Officer Brion Oaks
Strategic Partners
Reduce and control selection and retention costs through a culture that attracts and promotes the best diverse talent. Get hands-on developmental experience for participating Senior Managers and Associates in change leadership, coaching and mentoring. Enjoy participation and access to a new local diverse talent pipeline.