Public Allies Milwaukee

Public Allies Milwaukee Public Allies' mission is to create a just and equitable society and the diverse leadership to sustain it. This page reflects the Milwaukee Site.

Applications for our 2024-2025 program year are now open! Visit, publicallies.org/ally-application https://linktr.ee/pa_wi

🎓 CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2026! 🎓It’s time to honor the dedication, resilience, and transformational leadership of our ...
07/30/2026

🎓 CELEBRATING THE CLASS OF 2026! 🎓

It’s time to honor the dedication, resilience, and transformational leadership of our Public Allies Wisconsin Class of 2026! For the past 10 and a half months, these incredible allies have poured their hearts, energy, and skills into serving local organizations and making a lasting impact across Milwaukee.

Now, we’re coming together to celebrate everything they’ve accomplished—and you’re invited! 🎉

đź‘€ Thinking about applying to Public Allies?

If you’re curious about joining our program, this is the perfect opportunity to pull up, connect with current allies, and catch a glimpse of what your future as a community leader could look like! 🌟

đź—“ EVENT DETAILS:
đź“Ť Where: Independence First | 540 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204
đź“… When: Friday, August 7, 2026
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Come cheer on our graduates, witness community leadership in action, and celebrate 10+ months of
real impact. We can’t wait to see you there! 👏✨

✨ Celebrating Impact, Creativity, and Growth! ✨Our Allies brought the house down at the Public Allies Wisconsin Team Ser...
07/27/2026

✨ Celebrating Impact, Creativity, and Growth! ✨
Our Allies brought the house down at the Public Allies Wisconsin Team Service Project Reveal & Presentations of Impact! 🚀

This showcase was a true display of the leadership and professional training cultivated throughout the program. Our Allies took the stage with incredible creative confidence—using storytelling, art, and dynamic presentations to show both their professional evolution and the deep community impact they built alongside local partners.

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing panel members for taking the time to attend, engage, and offer thoughtful, constructive feedback to our Allies. Your wisdom and support help shape the future of these emerging community leaders! 🤝💡

To say the Public Allies Wisconsin team is proud would be an understatement. Watching these leaders step into their power and transform community care in Milwaukee has been nothing short of inspiring! 💛🙌

🌱 Ready to start your own leadership journey?
If you’re looking for a paid apprenticeship that invests in your professional growth, honors your creative voice, and equips you to drive real social change, we want you in our next cohort.

👉 Apply today at the link in our bio!

PAWI has some very exciting news!! We have a new ED! 🥳🥳Tony began his journey as an Ally in 2018 where he served with Gi...
07/22/2026

PAWI has some very exciting news!! We have a new ED! 🥳🥳

Tony began his journey as an Ally in 2018 where he served with Girl Scouts of South East Wisconsin. He then went on to join PA-Milwaukee staff as a Program Manager, then as Director of Partnerships. From there he continued his leadership journey with Public Allies National Office where he was Manager of Alumni Engagement then Manager of Civic Action and Partnerships. He’s not new to this, he's true to this! 👏🏽

In every role Tony has had, he has served with passion, energy and a deep commitment to the Public Allies mission and the Milwaukee community. Congratulations Tony! We are excited to see where you take PAWI from here! ❤️🖤💛

✨ You’re invited to celebrate our Class of 2026! ✨Our Allies have been working incredibly hard over the past 10 months, ...
07/15/2026

✨ You’re invited to celebrate our Class of 2026! ✨

Our Allies have been working incredibly hard over the past 10 months, and they are officially ready to share their leadership journeys and community impact with you all!

Please join us for our Class of 2026 Presentations of Impact (POI) & Team Service Project (TSP) Reveal Day! 🚀

This is a beautiful opportunity to see firsthand how our Allies have stepped up, collaborated, and made a tangible difference in Milwaukee this service year.

đź“Ť Where & When:
​📅 Date: Friday, July 24th, 2026
​⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM
​📍 Location: Good Hope Library
​🏢 Address: 7715 Good Hope Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53223

To help us prepare, we ask that you please register ahead of time. You can find a detailed schedule of the day’s presentations right on the registration form!

đź”— Ready to support our leaders? Click the link in our bio to register!

If you have any questions, feel free to drop a comment below or send us a DM. We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate our incredible Allies! 🙌❤️

The official application deadline has officially passed, but Public Allies Wisconsin is still accepting rolling applicat...
06/16/2026

The official application deadline has officially passed, but Public Allies Wisconsin is still accepting rolling applications!

If you’ve been on the fence about taking the leap, this is your sign. It is not too late to start this journey as an Ally and secure your spot in our upcoming 2026-2027 cohort.

Get ready to level up your leadership skills, connect with a powerful community network, and step into a full-time, paid nonprofit apprenticeship right here in Milwaukee. 💼✨

Don’t wait until spots fill up completely:
📧 Email us directly to learn more about next steps.
📲 Or simply scan the QR code in this image to start your application today!

The city is waiting for leaders just like you. Let’s make an impact together. 🙌❤️

đź”— Link in bio to apply or reach out to our team!

At Public Allies Wisconsin, our mission is to equip local leaders with the tools to turn their passion for justice into ...
06/04/2026

At Public Allies Wisconsin, our mission is to equip local leaders with the tools to turn their passion for justice into lasting career impact. Former Ally Sam Woods is doing exactly that!

Sam is currently a co-producer for WUWM’s Lake Effect. He recently completed a powerful, three-part investigative series titled “How to Evict Your Landlord,” which dives deep into corporate landlords in Milwaukee, tenant organizing, and the legal fight for housing accountability.

Starting his Journey as an Ally with Ex fabula, an organization dedicated to amplifying and platforming underheard voices, you can see how this heart-work has given a strong foundation for Sam’s career.

Sam’s transition from an Ally apprentice to an influential journalist perfectly captures the spirit of our program. We are incredibly proud to see an alumnus using his platform to champion equity and accountability in the place we call home.

You can listen to Sam’s vital three-part series, “How to Evict Your Landlord,” on WUWM’s Lake Effect through the link in our Bio.

Our Allies recently got to go behind the scenes with a tour of WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee’s NPR and learned more about Lak...
06/03/2026

Our Allies recently got to go behind the scenes with a tour of WUWM 89.7 FM - Milwaukee’s NPR and learned more about Lake Effect ! 🎙️✨

As future community leaders, learning how to use media and storytelling as tools for social change is so important. We loved getting a firsthand look at how the station weaves the stories of southeastern Wisconsin together to inspire and connect our region.

Here are a few of our favorite takeaways from the tour:

đź“» 60+ Years of History: We learned that WUWM has been a staple in Milwaukee for over 60 years, broadcasting local news alongside global programming from NPR, APM, and BBC.

đź‘Ą True Community Connection: The Lake Effect team showed us how they bring local conversations to life, focusing directly on the people, places, and organizations that shape Milwaukee every day.

⚖️ Storytelling with Integrity: It was inspiring to learn about the station’s strict code of ethics and how their award-winning journalists focus on deep regional issues to empower the public to effect real change.

A massive thank you to the team at WUWM’s team for hosting our cohort and showing us how thoughtful conversations can build a shared understanding of our world! 📻❤️

Ready to turn your passion for Community into a full-time, paid career right here in Milwaukee? Join us in person for ou...
05/28/2026

Ready to turn your passion for Community into a full-time, paid career right here in Milwaukee? Join us in person for our next Information Session! 🗺️✨

Whether you’re looking for a meaningful gap year or wanting to break into the nonprofit sector, this session is the perfect place to learn exactly how the Public Allies Wisconsin program can help you launch your career in community leadership.

Here are the details:
đź“… Date: Monday, June 1st, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Milwaukee Public Library – MLK Branch (Rooms 115 & 117) | 2901 N Doctor M.L.K. Jr Dr Jr, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Bring your curiosity and your questions. We can’t wait to meet you!

đź”— Use the QR Code or Click the link in our bio to register and secure your spot!

What an incredible day of growth, community, and leadership! 🌟✊This last Friday, our current cohort stepped up to facili...
05/27/2026

What an incredible day of growth, community, and leadership! 🌟✊

This last Friday, our current cohort stepped up to facilitate our Ally Teachbacks, and they absolutely blew the community away.

For those who joined us, you got a first-hand glimpse into exactly what the Public Allies experience is all about. Our Allies utilized their extensive, 10-month-long training to lead deeply impactful conversations on equity and community building.

More than anything, the Teachbacks were a powerful demonstration of real development in action. It showed our recent applicants and community members the immense professional and personal growth that happens during this 10-month journey—the very same development that awaits our upcoming cohort.

A huge thank you to everyone who showed up to support, listen, and learn. And an even bigger shoutout to our current Allies for sharing their expertise and reminding us what it looks like when passion meets preparation! 🛠️❤️

Missed out on seeing our cohort in action? Don’t worry—you can still launch your own leadership journey. Applications for our next cohort are open!

đź”— Click the link in our bio to learn more and start your application today!

Launch your career in community leadership—right from the comfort of your own space! 💻✨Are you ready to turn your passio...
05/18/2026

Launch your career in community leadership—right from the comfort of your own space! 💻✨

Are you ready to turn your passion for social justice into a full-time, paid career? Join us for our next Virtual Information Session this Thursday, May 21st!

Whether you’re looking for a meaningful gap year or wanting to break into the nonprofit sector, this session is the perfect place to get all your questions answered about the Public Allies Wisconsin program.
Here are the details:
    •    📅 Date: Thursday, May 21st
    •    🕛 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
    •    📍 Location: Virtual! (Grab your lunch and log on)

Bring your curiosity and all your questions—we will have plenty of time for Q&A!
đź”— Click the link in our bio to register and get the meeting link!

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