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Leaders of Color Network

Leaders of Color Network

At AWSP, we are committed to growing, supporting, and sustaining educational leaders through the creation of the Leaders of Color Network (LOCNET). This initiative is designed to provide a safe and brave space for Black and Brown leaders, fostering opportunities for collaborative learning, relationship building, and a strong sense of belonging. Through LOCNET, AWSP aims to support leaders of color, enhance allyship, amplify diverse voices, and increase representation within our organization. We strive to support and recruit aspiring leaders of color while ensuring their presence and leadership are integral to our GLLCs, AWSP/WSPEF Board, and Advisory Councils.

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Leaders of Color, stay connected with AWSP and with each other during the school year! Scan the QR code for direct access to AWSP's LOCNET WhatsApp Community.

Leaders of Color Events & Series



*Dear Sista Session #1-2
8/12 & 9/16

Dear Sista Sessions #3-5
11/6 | 1/15/26 | 3/5

 2025: 9/25 | 10/23 |11/20
2026: 1/22 | 2/26 |3/26 | 4/30 | 5/28

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iGrow Washington Summit for Leaders of Color


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Whether you’re a seasoned principal, an aspiring leader, district leader, or an educational partner, this event is tailored to inspire, connect, and grow your leadership journey. The theme of the Summit is “We hear you. We see you. We need you.”

Sponsors Needed: Support iGrow

We are calling on our community to invest in a movement that was built by and for Leaders of Color. The iGrow WA Summit provides vital spaces where Black, Brown, Indigenous, Asian, Pacific Islander, Latiné, and multiracial educational leaders can grow, support, and sustain—in a professional learning environment that is developed, and led by and for the global majority.

Your sponsorship directly supports:

  • Transformational leadership experiences
  • Ongoing connection, mentorship, and empowerment 
  • Programs intentionally designed to sustain and uplift those the system was not originally created for

Contact Kamrica or Dameon for more information.

Email Kamrica

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Help Sustain LOCNET

AWSP’s Leaders of Color Network (LOCNET) builds community, supports leadership growth, and empowers school leaders of color across Washington. With no funding allocated for this year, we’re seeking sponsors to keep this vital work going.

Support can come through general donations, event sponsorships, iGrow, or social gatherings — all in exchange for recognition in AWSP programming.

Your partnership helps advance equity and leadership in our schools.

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LOCNET Sponsors

Thank you to all our sponsors past and present for their dedication to Leaders of Color and AWSP's Leaders of Color Network.

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Resources

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AWSP Equity Guide

This AWSP Equity Guide is designed to help you grow your racial equity skills and understanding, and to support your learning and the learning of others.

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AWSP Leadership Framework

The AWSP Leadership Framework is designed to promote the growth of the school leader in areas most likely to result in increased student achievement.

Explore Framework
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School Leader Planning Guide

To support you in managing your time, AWSP & the National School Leader Collaborative, created the School Leader Planning Guide— a planning and reflection tool designed for leaders.

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