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New Sector accelerates social change by strengthening organizations and developing leaders.

New Sector Alliance accelerates social change by strengthening organizations and developing leaders.

06/16/2026

🌱🌍 How do we know when a fellowship is truly making a difference?

That question was at the heart of the conversation when New Sector Alliance's Marcia M., PhD, and Kristen Hecht joined more than 100 fellowship practitioners, evaluators, and funders from around the world at the 2026 Impact Fellowships Summit.

Together, they led an interactive session focused on designing evaluation approaches that go beyond outputs and help uncover the deeper impact of leadership development. Drawing on New Sector's ongoing research, they shared insights into how fellowships create value not only for participants, but also for organizations, communities, and the broader systems they influence.

The summit was a powerful reminder that the strongest fellowship programs don't just measure outcomes—they create opportunities for reflection, learning, and continuous improvement.

We're grateful to IREX, the WK Kellogg Co Foundation, and our fellow collaborators for convening this incredible community of leaders committed to advancing impact around the globe. 💛 🪴

06/15/2026

🌟 Fellow Spotlight: Jim Hennessey. Meet Jim, a member of the Leadership Longevity Fellowship 2025–2026 National Cohort and a leader who believes that people-centered strategy can be a powerful force for change.

As the marketing leader at Code Platoon, Jim helps Veterans and military families access life-changing opportunities in technology careers. By combining storytelling, data, and strategic innovation, he has helped expand the organization's reach and connect more individuals with the skills and support they need to thrive.

With more than two decades of experience across the nonprofit sector, Jim has partnered with mission-driven organizations to amplify impact, strengthen engagement, and advance meaningful causes. Whether he's mentoring emerging professionals, building campaigns, or advocating for workforce development, he brings a collaborative spirit and deep commitment to service.

Beyond his professional work, Jim is dedicated to fostering belonging and community through his leadership with organizations including Stonewall Sports Chicago and the Chicago Gay Men's Chorus.

Through the Leadership Longevity Fellowship, Jim joins a national network of changemakers committed to sustainable leadership, wellbeing, and creating lasting impact in their communities. 🌿

Learn more about the Leadership Longevity Fellowship: https://www.newsector.org/leadership-longevity

06/10/2026

🌍✨ What happens when fellowship leaders from around the world come together? Powerful conversations, shared learning, and new ideas for strengthening impact.

We were proud to have Marcia M., PhD, and Kristen Hecht represent New Sector Alliance at the 2026 Impact Fellowships Summit, joining more than 100 leaders working across fellowship design, learning, and evaluation.

During the summit, they facilitated a session exploring how fellowship programs can measure what matters most...balancing accountability, impact, and continuous learning. The discussion highlighted lessons from New Sector's ongoing research into how leadership development creates ripple effects across individuals, organizations, communities, and systems.

We're grateful for the opportunity to learn alongside peers, share our work, and contribute to a growing global conversation about how fellowships can create lasting change. 💛 🪴

A special thank you to IREX, the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, and our fellow presenters and partners for making these conversations possible.

06/09/2026

Meet Hillery Ross, a member of our Leadership Longevity Fellowship 2025–2026 National Cohort and a leader dedicated to building healthier, more equitable communities from the ground up. 💛

As Community Program Manager at Access Health, Inc. and a founding leader of the How YOU Birth Community Doula Initiative, Hillery works at the intersection of community health, maternal health, economic empowerment, and systems change. Her mission is simple but powerful: ensure that the people most affected by systemic challenges are the ones helping shape the solutions.

From advancing transportation equity and financial empowerment programs to reducing disparities in maternal and infant health, Hillery's work is rooted in trust, belonging, and community voice. She brings a systems-thinking approach to every space she serves, helping create pathways for individuals and families not just to get by, but to thrive.

Through the Leadership Longevity Fellowship, Hillery joins a national network of leaders committed to sustainable impact, collective wellbeing, and lasting systems transformation. 🌿

Learn more about the fellowship → https://www.newsector.org/leadership-longevity.

06/08/2026

New Sector was a part of the IREX Impact Fellowships Network Research Consortium from 2025-2026. In addition to conducting our own independent research, we contributed to a consortium-wide report that IREX wrote and is now launching publicly in June. As a research partner, we are showcased on pages 46-48 of the report -- sharing findings from our Ripple Effects Mapping study, which illustrates the impact New Sector's programs have had over the last 25 years on alumni, organizations, communities, sectors, and systems.

Sign up to learn more insights from this study on June 18 at 9 am CT: Insights from Collaborative Research on Fellowship Experiences: Findings from the 2026 Impact Study: https://irexorg.zoom.us/meeting/register/tb0nxRyATSSO3Tdl3CV17Q #/registration

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06/03/2026

Meet Corey Hemstreet, a member of our national Leadership & Longevity cohort. 🌟

A citizen of the Navajo Nation and passionate public health advocate, Corey has dedicated her career to advancing health equity for tribal and underserved communities through policy, program development, and advocacy. As Legislative Liaison for the Arizona Advisory Council on Indian Health Care, she helps bridge tribal governments and state leaders to address critical healthcare needs and strengthen outcomes for Arizona’s Indigenous populations.

Corey brings more than six years of experience in public health and a deep commitment to creating systems-level change. Through Leadership & Longevity, she is continuing to build her leadership skills, connect with fellow changemakers across the country, and help inspire the next generation of community health leaders.

We're honored to have Corey as part of this incredible network of leaders working to create healthier, more equitable communities. 🌱

05/12/2026

🌟 Fellow Spotlight: Cierra “Cam” Miller.

Meet Cam Miller,a member of the Leadership Longevity Fellowship 2025–2026 National Cohort and a leader advancing innovation, economic opportunity, and community impact in Atlanta’s growing tech ecosystem. 💻🌱

Cam’s work sits at the intersection of technology, economic development, and equity. From managing multi-million-dollar federal grants to designing workforce and capital access programs, she is helping create pathways for small businesses and emerging leaders to thrive.

With a recently earned MBA and a passion for inclusive innovation, Cam brings both strategy and heart to her work, building cross-sector partnerships and investing in the future of equitable economic growth. Beyond her professional work, she also mentors rising leaders in tech and social impact, helping others grow alongside her. 💛

Through the Leadership Longevity Fellowship, Cam joins a national community of leaders committed to sustainable impact, wellbeing, and systems-level change.

Learn more about the fellowship → https://www.newsector.org/leadership-longevity

05/09/2026

There’s something powerful about pausing at the midpoint of a leadership journey to reflect, reconnect, and recommit. 🌿

This week, members of the New Sector Alliance Leadership Longevity Fellowship gathered in person for a mid-point convening focused on community, collaboration, and collective action. Fellows explored opportunities to strengthen the Greater Boston food system through shared learning, ecosystem mapping, and collaborative problem-solving designed to create lasting systems-level impact. ()

The gathering was a reminder that sustainable leadership doesn’t happen in isolation — it’s built through relationships, reflection, and the courage to imagine new possibilities together. 💛

From wellness-centered leadership practices to collaborative intervention design, fellows continue building the tools, resilience, and partnerships needed to lead meaningful change for the long haul. 🌱

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Learn more about the Leadership Longevity Fellowship: https://www.newsector.org/leadership-longevity

05/03/2026

🚨🌿 Summer internship opportunity — apply now! Looking to build real-world experience in the social impact space? We are hiring a Summer Associate (Boston, hybrid)!

As a Summer Associate, you’ll work on mission-critical projects supporting fundraising, program delivery, and strategy, including helping plan the Leadership Longevity Annual Convening and contributing to grant writing and partner outreach.

You’ll gain:
✨ Direct mentorship from senior nonprofit leaders
✨ Hands-on experience with strategy + fundraising
✨ Exposure to cross-sector partnerships and national networks
✨ The chance to make a real impact from day one

📍 Boston (hybrid)
🗓️ Summer 2026
⏰ Apply by May 22

If you’re curious, collaborative, and passionate about leadership + social change, this is your moment.

🎯 Apply here → https://www.idealist.org/en/nonprofit-internship/9ef11b62e4924fb5b80b5c4943f2ae90-summer-associate-new-sector-alliance-boston

05/01/2026

🌿✨ Boston friends, this one’s for you. Join New Sector Alliance for an evening of connection, conversation, and community at our Leadership Longevity Fellowship Networking Social.

Whether you’re a fellow, alum, partner, or just passionate about leadership and social impact, this is your chance to meet others doing meaningful work across Greater Boston. 💛

🤝 Real conversations
🌱 Inspiring leaders
🍷 Light bites + relaxed networking

🗓️ Wednesday, May 6
⏰ 5:00–7:00 PM EST
📍 Althea Central Square

Come build connections that last beyond the evening. 🌱

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