"This pandemic is both a blessing and a curse. I say this because it shines a light on how greatly some people in urban communities struggle," says Kenyetta Campbell, founder and executive director of Cody Rouge Community Action Alliance. "I think it's caused people who haven’t gone through the same COVID-19 challenges to be more sensitive toward those who lack resources, who’ve lost jobs, who are struggling to educate their kids or don’t know where they're getting their next meal. I'm hoping that, as a society, we can continue to address the many challenges people in this world face."  

"This cohort created a space for us to be vulnerable, transparent and know that if we're the best human being we can be ourselves, then we'll be the best leader for our organization," says Sherelle Hogan, founder and CEO of Pure Heart Foundation.