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A ‘softer landing’ to a career in the classroom

August 25, 2026

Amid New Mexico’s ongoing teacher shortage, San Juan College’s Educator Academy is helping aspiring educators enter the classroom with confidence through hands-on preparation, paid residencies and mentorship. For Navajo educators like Tonniale Clichee and Lana Nacki, the program offers a “softer landing” into teaching while helping build a stronger, more representative workforce rooted in the communities it serves.

The transformative power of locally-led philanthropy in Haiti

August 14, 2026

Across the Caribbean, traditions of giving have long been rooted in something deeper than financial contributions. They are grounded in relationships among families, neighbors and communities that share a commitment to build a better future together.

GFN fellows at ILA

Global Fellows Reflect on Lifelong Lessons of Leadership and Community Service

August 12, 2026

In fall 2025, five Global Fellows Network (GFN) members from Southern Africa attended the 27th International Leadership Association (ILA) Global Conference in Prague, Czech Republic. There, they connected with global leaders, exchanged ideas and strengthened their leadership skills to create lasting change in their communities.

Beyond a Clean Slate

August 12, 2026

Michigan’s Clean Slate law has removed nearly 1.5 million convictions from people’s records, expanding access to jobs and housing, but advocates say barriers like driver’s license suspensions still limit access to economic opportunity for many residents.

Amanda Gorman at the Every Child Thrive Festival

Amanda Gorman: Live from the Obama Presidential Center

August 3, 2026

Recorded live at the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, New Mexico State Poet Laureate Manuel González welcomes United States Youth Poet Laureate Emeritus Amanda Gorman for a rare conversation about poetry, purpose and the courage to find your authentic voice. Together, they explore how words become medicine, helping people heal from trauma, build empathy and inspire the next generation to lead with creativity, compassion and hope.

Bonus Episode: Discovering new purpose after prison

July 24, 2026

This bonus episode explores the transformative power of hope, belonging and second chances through the lived experiences of three members of Somos o No Somos who completed DACC’s life-changing Personal and Career Discovery Course.

Jobs and Economy: Making it work in Southern New Mexico

July 15, 2026

In this episode, host Manuel González travels to Las Cruces, New Mexico, to explore how workforce development, philanthropy and innovative economic policies are helping create opportunity for families across Southern New Mexico.

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