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Alex Leonard
Alex is a Minneapolis-based educator, licensed school counselor, and Somatic Abolitionist Healer and Coach with 25 years in public education. As a co-creator of the Community Connected Academy (CCA), he helped secure $2 million in grant funds to support personalized learning, internships, and social-emotional growth for Black and Brown students. A creative at heart, Alexander brings his artistry as a musician and visual artist to his work, centering social justice and equity, students, and healing. Currently training in Somatic Abolitionist Therapy, Alex also received a 2023 Bush Fellowship for his work creating restorative spaces for Black and Brown educators healing from racialized trauma.
Danyika Leonard
Danyika (Dan-yee-kah) is a restorative practitioner and policy innovator dedicated to connecting systems and communities for impactful change. With a background in education, community/family safety, social work, housing, and a focus on equity, she has championed policies and helped to pass legislation that empowers and strengthens educators and scholars across the state. From coalition building to youth and family empowerment. Danyika’s work bridges policy, practice, and community.
