Nurturing Hope leadership Academy

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San Antonio’s Inaugural Nurturing Hope Student Leadership Academy

Nurturing Hope SA is a citywide conversation on civic discourse, led by students from Trinity University, the Alamo Colleges District, and UTSA.

This year-long leadership program brings together students to develop skills in communication & teamwork

Conflict resolution & critical thinking
Problem-solving & self-expression
Collaborative cultural exchange

A colorful handmade poster defines equity. The text reads: “Equity means making things fair by giving people the support they need based on their starting point, not just treating everyone the SAME!” The word “SAME” is written in large red, blue, orange, and green letters. Around the text are hand-drawn outlines of hands decorated as turkeys, signed with names like Devon, Jody, and Gianne. Two people hold the poster up on a wall.

Program Benefits

Inspired by Northern Ireland’s Corrymeela peace and reconciliation curriculum, the program encourages dialogue on hope, home, unity, and belonging—fostering connections across diverse backgrounds and faith traditions.

Building a community through dialogue
Through campus meetings and community visits, students will engage in meaningful discussions on civic engagement and public humanities. The experience culminates in student-led dialogue events tackling key issues facing San Antonio.