the rise knowledge center
about
The Knowledge Center is All Rise’s hub for sharing what we’ve learned through our work. It’s where we document insights, best practices, and stories that reflect our mission and impact. Here, we make our findings accessible to the public, spark conversation, and invite collaboration with individuals and organizations who share our vision.
Our Featured Updates
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2025 I Can Teach Summer Institute Narrative
The 2025 I Can Teach Summer Institute trained eight college-aged men of color to deliver over 1,000 hours of classroom instruction to 135 students across Baltimore and Milwaukee. Through coaching, mentorship, and hands-on experience, Fellows built skills and confidence as future educators while providing children with powerful role models who reflect their identities.
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Building the pipeline
The education pipeline at We Will All Rise addresses the underrepresentation of men of color in teaching by guiding them from exploration to career readiness. Through programs like I Can Teach, the BELIEF Fellowship, and the Black and Brown Men Teach Campaign, All Rise equips young men with the exposure, support, and mentorship needed to thrive as educators, strengthening schools and communities through representation.
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2025 free m.i.n.d. collective evaluation
An independent evaluation by the Wisconsin Evaluation Collaborative found that We Will All Rise’s Free M.I.N.D. Collective significantly boosts college persistence and graduation among young men of color. Through mentoring, cash assistance, and professional development, participants gain financial stability, community, and personalized support, making the program a proven model for student success and long-term achievement.
strategic plan
RISING FORWARD 2025
In 2021, We Will All Rise (“All Rise”) launched a strategic planning process to assess programs, strengthen protocols, and create a plan to advance the organization over the next four years. This resulted in Rising Forward 2025: A Targeted Investment for Community Impact, guiding sustainable action in higher education, economic empowerment, and community engagement.
RISING FORWARD 2021-2022 UPDATE
In 2021–2022, We Will All Rise made meaningful progress by deepening relationships with the young men we serve, strengthening key partnerships, and investing in exceptional talent and organizational infrastructure. These efforts are already bearing fruit, and we remain committed to the priorities of Rising Forward 2025 to drive lasting community impact.
RISING FORWARD 2023-2025 UPDATE
In 2023–2025, We Will All Rise advanced a bold vision to create lasting change for Black and Brown men—empowering lives, reimagining systems, and transforming communities. As we approach our 5th anniversary in 2025, we carry this progress forward with renewed purpose to build a future rooted in equity, impact, and possibility.