About
The world is changing in unexpected ways, and now—more than ever—we need strong, connected communities. Leadership isn’t just for those in power; it’s a skill we all must cultivate to create the future we want to see.
At CoLeaders, we believe that stepping up and leading together isn’t just good for our communities—it’s essential for our well-being. When we work together to solve local challenges, we build stronger support systems and rediscover the power of human connection.
While elected officials play a critical role in shaping policy, meaningful change often begins at the community level. We all have the ability—and responsibility—to take action. Whether you’re an educator teaching leadership skills, a community member launching an initiative, or a young person eager to make a difference, CoLeaders provides the tools, training, and support to help you lead with confidence.
Now is the time to step up, connect, and create change. Will you join us?
Leadership
Dr. Orit Zigman Lador
Dr. Zigman Lador is an active community leader with extensive nonprofit experience and a passion for community engagement. Orit has held various management roles in different companies. Her pursuit of meaningful work led her to transition to the nonprofit sector. In 2021, she founded CoLeaders to support communities during the pandemic.
Dr. Danielle Espino
Dr. Danielle Espino is a distinguished co-principal investigator and project manager at Pepperdine University, where she leads NSF-funded research on cross-boundary collaboration in informal STEM learning. Alongside her research endeavors, she is an esteemed educator, teaching graduate courses, and a prolific published researcher.
Hadas (Berger) Egri
Ms. Egri has over 15 years of experience as an economist, including managing budgets, planning, and analyzing projects exceeding $150M. She has also undertaken significant volunteer and activist roles, including Chairwoman of the Education Board, Committee Member on the Status of Women and Gender Equality, and various community management positions overseeing budgets, social activities, education, and personnel.
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To expand our impact and reach more communities, we need your support. Please consider making a donation—every contribution, no matter how small, makes a difference. Your generosity will help us fund facilitators and enable us to extend our programs to new communities.
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