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Transforming the Landscape of Leadership

Our community of leaders embrace an ambitious and abundant mindset. Across all sectors, we come together under one north star of intergenerational family prosperity and well-being.

The 2Gen Approach

Two-generation (2Gen) approaches build family well-being by intentionally and simultaneously working with children and the adults in their lives together. 2Gen approaches center the whole family to create a legacy of educational success and economic prosperity that passes from one generation to the next.

Ascend Network

A community of more than 500 organizations from across the US and beyond that uses 2Gen approaches in their work so that children and families can reach their full potential. The Ascend Network connects leaders to build relationships, spark connections, and co-create innovative solutions that improve outcomes for families.

Policy and Systems Change

Over the past five years, Ascend has partnered with, learned from, and provided extensive technical assistance to state efforts in Colorado, Tennessee, Connecticut, Utah, Washington, Maryland, and Hawaii. To date, at least 34 states and Guam are implementing or have indicated a strong interest in integrating 2Gen.

Postsecondary Success for Parents

Raises awareness of and shares recommendations to better support the one in five students enrolled in college who are parents. We work with systems, institutions, and students who are parents to ensure families have access to the resources necessary to achieve their educational goals.

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Empowering Girls at Scale: Simi Nwogugu’s Vision for a Safer, Stronger Africa

Simi Nwogugu’s journey reflects a bold commitment to helping African girls rise — equipping them with agency, protection, and leadership skills to rewrite their futures.

December 5, 2025

Blog Posts

UpSkill America & Guild Announce Third Cohort of Education and Career Mobility Fellowship

“We are delighted to welcome this new class of Fellows,” said UpSkill America Senior Director Haley Glover. “Supporting these leaders, who are joining a thriving community of alumni, to advance in their work and careers creating real value for their organizations and opportunities for their workforces is so rewarding. This is an incredibly impressive group.”

December 3, 2025

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National Job Quality Practitioner Survey

We’re in the last month of our #JobQuality survey. If your org is improving #JobQuality, add your voice to this survey from The Aspen Institute Economic Opportunities Program by December 31st.

December 2, 2025

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We are a community of leaders — well-connected, well-prepared, and well-positioned — building the political will that transforms hearts, minds, policies, and practices.

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