Washington, D.C. Alumni
Work to Advance Equity
Since our founding over 20 years ago, hundreds of thousands of students have engaged with Mikva Challenge programming and curriculum. And, as these alumni often share, their Mikva experience impacts them throughout their life, providing them with the skills and confidence they need to create change in their communities. From working in public service to running for political office, Mikva alumni continue to advance equity and justice across the country.
Meet Our DC Alumni
“I took the phrase Democracy is a Verb to mean that you can be the change you want to see in…That's kind of what led me to this work and allows me to continue with that mission of using my voice at just 22 years old to change thousands of people’s lives. your community.”
“Mikva impacted me because it led me on a path of public service…Like Mikva Challenge DC says, Democracy is a Verb. It’s one thing to want to get into politics and have aspirations, but it’s another thing to follow through with it.”
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