First Gen Cohorts

Jonathan Kuc, one of our Alpha Cohort members, writes about his career journey and how his goals have changed as he continues through different phases of his life. His blog post is inspiring and thought-provoking.

Read the full story here: http://ow.ly/Ysuv50EAVcx

“Representation is everything, and when I was growing up, I didn’t see it... to see a Black man contributing to those decisions can be inspiring to the next generation of leaders.”

Elect Korey Strozier, one of our amazing Alpha Cohorts Coaches, was featured in The News Tribune alongside other influential and inspiring Black candidates running for office in Tacoma. These candidates share their motivations behind running and the importance of representation. Read "‘The time for change is now.’ Why Black candidates in Tacoma are eyeing 2021 ballots":

‘The time for change is now.’ Why Black candidates in Tacoma are eyeing 2021 ballots “I’ve been standing outside with a megaphone. I’d rather have a seat at the table.”

"It's hard to be what you can't see."

Marian Edelman, Founder and President Emeritus Children’s Defense Fund, said those words famous. Read our blog post by one of our Co-Founders, Betti Fujikado, as she reflects on how representation and community drove her to cofound First Gen Cohorts.

Read the full article here: https://www.firstgencohorts.com/blog/blog-post-one-lxkkm-zpdad

Vincy Fok, one of our FGC members, shares her experience working for the U.S. Senate and Patti Murray, her emotions she felt navigating the events that occurred at our capitol on January 6, 2021, and reflects on how to move on and forward from those events. Her piece is heartbreaking, vulnerable, and hopeful for the future.

See here to read the full blog: https://www.firstgencohorts.com/blog