You Are An Ally

You are a collaborative team player with stellar people skills. Working with others brings you joy and your ability to build relationships and collaborate with colleagues is second-to-none. As an Ally, you put other people first – and those around you see you as an advocate.

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Key Strengths

Empathy is your secret strength. It’s your caring, learning-oriented nature and ability to put yourself in other people’s shoes that make you such a great relationship-builder.

Career Suggestions

As an Ally, you’ll thrive in a career that allows you to tap into your listening skills, patience, emotional depth and authenticity. A career in education, human resources, counseling, psychology, physical therapy, or project management could be the perfect fit for you.

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Explore Allies Like You

Malala Yousafzai

As an activist and Nobel laureate, Malala has become a global icon for her advocacy for education and women's rights. She is known for her courage and resilience in the face of adversity, and her ability to inspire others to take action and create positive change.

Kaya Henderson

As the former Chancellor of the District of Columbia Public Schools, Kaya (NYC ‘92) is an inspirational leader who has dedicated her career to improving education for all students, particularly those from underserved communities. Kaya is a true champion for social justice, and her legacy serves as an inspiration to all those who strive to make a difference in the world. Her impact on the lives of countless students and families will be felt for generations to come.

Ruby Bridges

Despite facing violent opposition, Ruby Bridges became the first African-American child to attend a desegregated elementary school in the United States. Her bravery in the face of hatred and violence inspires us to stand up for what we believe in, even when it is difficult. She teaches us that education is a right that should be available to everyone, regardless of race, gender, or socio-economic background. Her legacy reminds us of the importance of fighting for justice and equality, and her courage continues to inspire generations to come.

Sir David Attenborough

BBC presenter, wildlife filmmaker, zoologist, naturalist, and environmental activist, David Attenborough is known worldwide for his dedication to the continued research, documentation, and protection of the natural environment. He is at the forefront of solving one of our world’s most pressing socio-economic problems: combating human-caused climate change. In 2022 he was named a ‘Champion of the Earth’ and honored with the UN Environment Programme’s Earth Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of his ‘outsided impact on the global environmental movement.