Tips & Tools

Toolkit for Creating Brave and Transformative Learning Spaces

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 12, 2025

Ready to move past the buzzwords and into real transformation? This toolkit from the Ulex Project offers facilitators and educators practical strategies for creating spaces that embrace equity, confront power, and spark courageous conversations. It’s more than a resource—it’s a call to lead with purpose.

Ear Candy

The Warmth of Other Suns

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 12, 2025

Storytelling meets social impact in this powerful episode of The Ezra Klein Show featuring Pulitzer Prize–winner Isabel Wilkerson. Her insights will shift your perspective!

Praise Our Peeps

Shoutout to the Sac Youth Alliance!

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 12, 2025

The Sac Youth Alliance isn’t just participating—they’re leading. From roundtables to advocacy, these young leaders are creating real change where it counts. Their latest youth-led summit is proof that when youth have the mic, everyone listens. Big moves from a legendary crew.

Geeking-Out

The Science of Belonging

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 12, 2025

Belonging isn’t just a trendy concept — it’s foundational. When young people are genuinely included, not just present, their confidence and motivation thrive. This edition dives into the science of belonging and introduces “targeted universalism” as a strategy for creating inclusive spaces where every voice matters.

Tips & Tools

Hip Hop Leadership

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 1, 2025

Hip Hop Leadership is a powerful resource blending hip-hop culture with leadership development. Through its album, book, and curriculum, it introduces 10 core values to inspire the next generation.

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HAMMER by Hana Vu

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 1, 2025

Hana Vu, please keep making music like this! Your songs bring back something truly wonderful.

Geeking-Out

FLOW Movie

Curated by Adrian Ruiz — April 1, 2025

FLOW pulls you in from the start and never lets go. This film rekindles movie magic through a cat and its unlikely friends.

Words of Wisdom

Words of Wisdom

Curated by Monica Blanco — March 10, 2025

“It is good to realize that if love and peace can prevail on Earth, and if we can teach our children to honor nature’s gifts, the joys and beauties of the outdoors will be here forever.”

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