Teach Black Achievement Every Day
If our historical knowledge is connected to how we see ourselves, then teaching complete Black history is something educators should implement in their curriculum daily. This month we celebrated one […]
Step Up to the MIC
The theme for this year’s Spring Symposium, “Step Up to the MIC,” is about amplifying multiracial, intergenerational, cross-functional voices to transform education systems. Through Spring Symposium, we have the opportunity […]
Media Academy Student Registration
The KOO Media Academy is a workforce development and leadership program for Oakland students 14-21 years old. Students interested in learning TV, Film and Media have a unique opportunity to […]
SFUSD Black Teacher Recruitment
Latino, Black, Asian and Native American teachers account for 17% of all U.S. public school teachers. Approximately 2% are Black men. The overwhelming lack of engagement for Black men continues […]
Young Leaders Co-Design at The Well
On November 14th-16th more than 400 leaders convened from across sectors and generations in Washington, DC at The Well to restore, rejuvenate, build new relationships across identity, age, and sector. […]
Kingmakers of Oakland Expands Leadership
KOO Welcomes New Chief Program Officer and Senior Director of Communications Today, Kingmakers of Oakland (KOO), a nonprofit organization in Oakland, California committed to improving educational and life outcomes for […]
Positive Calls Build Positive Relationships
GET INVOLVED ⬇️ We know how important it is for family members to receive positive phone calls home from their kids’ educators. This month we want to encourage educators in […]
Jean Yonemura Wing Memorial Scholarship
Annually, #GivingTuesday celebrates the power of community across the country at the local level. Kingmakers of Oakland established the Jean Yonemura Wing Memorial Scholarship fund to honor the life and […]
November 2022 – King Of the Month
Each month we’re excited to highlight an educator or King from our community who embodies our Theory of Action – Engage, Encourage & Empower. This November, we’re so thrilled to […]
The Power of Investing in Black-Led Organizations
GivingTuesday 2022: The Power of Investing in Black-Led Organizations Like Kingmakers of Oakland We hope everyone had a fantastic Thanksgiving this year – leaving with full bellies and even fuller […]