How did a single idea from a college student disrupt the education system worldwide? Meet Wendy Kopp

Wendy Kopp is the CEO and co-founder of Teach For All, a global network of independent nonprofit organizations working to develop collective leadership to ensure all children have the opportunity to fulfill their potential.

In this episode, we uncover Wendy Kopp's transformative journey—one where a college thesis became a national movement that redefined education in America.
What began as an ambitious idea scribbled in Wendy Kopp's senior thesis at Princeton—an idea to address educational inequality—evolved into Teach For America (TFA), a groundbreaking initiative that has impacted millions of students across the United States.

Armed with a vision but without funding or a clear path, Wendy didn't wait for permission. She turned rejection into resilience, convincing recent graduates to teach in under-resourced schools, where they became agents of change.

Her journey wasn't without challenges—from raising funds and fighting skepticism to scaling a mission that touched every corner of the nation. But Wendy’s unwavering belief in the potential of young leaders and her relentless drive transformed TFA into a force for educational equity.

Wendy Kopp didn’t just start an organization—she sparked a movement, inspiring generations of educators and advocates to reimagine what's possible.

No shortcuts. No billion-dollar backing. Just a woman with a purpose who changed the future of education.

Join us as we dive into Wendy Kopp's incredible story and the lessons we can learn from her unwavering dedication to a cause that changed countless lives.

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