We work with students to ignite their ambition, skills, and passions to reach their college and career goals.

New York City
Joined October 2010
The Opportunity Network retweeted
In a recent @HarvardBiz article, #ECMCFgrantee @Opp_Net President & CEO @Ailun_ku and Managing Director of Programs Ray Reyes explore the paradoxes students of color navigate when networking professionally. bit.ly/3HvVbsI
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Companies want to welcome young people of color into the workforce, but many haven’t examined the assumptions + hidden rules that create barriers to belonging. In a Q&A, @Opp_Net CEO @Ailun_ku shares how orgs can set BIPOC talent up for success: bit.ly/3NuJpAa
The Opportunity Network retweeted
"Design is the most empowering medium. Beautiful design has no color. But I design is a world with different expectations for Brown + Black folks," says iconic designer Chris Bevans lnkd.in/dRBdQu3J #fashion #style #design #diversityinfashion #blackexcellence #diversity
The Opportunity Network retweeted
The early action application deadline for @Opp_Net’s Fellows Program is tomorrow, January 10th! Apply here: opportunitynetwork.org/apply… #GradNation
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NationSwell@NationSwell10 Sep 2021
"The #education system is designed to leave many of us behind." We spoke to @Opp_Net’s @ailun_ku on the importance of ‘Unstoppable Learning’ and the drive to change the way people think about what opportunity is. ow.ly/qZks50G7cLT #EducationForAll #OpportunityGap
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Congratulations to @Opp_Net on their 4-star @CharityNav rating! Their dedication to supporting underrepresented students throughout their professional paths is both important and essential. bit.ly/2qWIvru
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@Opp_Net at the forefront of creating equity in career opportunities and proudly spotlighting the undeniable assets our young leaders bring to workplaces that won’t thrive without them.
During the pandemic, we committed to connecting Fellows to career-building summer experiences despite cancellations. Read about our work with @paragononehq to equip our students with the experiences needed to thrive in the workforce: thriveglobal.com/stories/dea…
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Proud to be featured in @thrive!
During the pandemic, we committed to connecting Fellows to career-building summer experiences despite cancellations. Read about our work with @paragononehq to equip our students with the experiences needed to thrive in the workforce: thriveglobal.com/stories/dea…
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Thrilled to be partnered with NYC's finest @Opp_Net to be teaching their talented fellows coding skills this summer through V School's Intro to Tech Program. Join us! This Wed July 28th 12pm MST over VS’s insta LIVE 4 a chat w their director! #100DaysOfCode #nyc #code
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Today's #zandobookshelf comes from Jessica Pliska. Founder of The Opportunity Network, Jessica works to break down the racist barriers that pervade the postsecondary and professional arenas. We are thrilled to feature her excellent book picks here: instagram.com/zandoprojects
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Sharing this perspective from @Opp_Net CEO @ailun_ku on closing the opportunity gap for students of color. 👏 Read her advice for college students, employers, and others working to foster inclusivity. msdf.co/3pzZdXY
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Thank you for sharing your beautiful story with me for @Opp_Net, @roy_weathers!
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NationSwell@NationSwell20 May 2021
Here's a piece breaking down structural racism by the numbers, and offering solutions on how to address it — co-written by NationSwell Council member @AiLun_Ku, CEO of @Opp_Net ozy.com/news-and-politics/st…
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Mark your calendars - #HEAFNYC is proud to present College Decision Day 2021 on Thursday June 10th! Get ready to celebrate all the amazing seniors from college access programs across NYC and the surrounding area. Stay tuned for more information. #CollegeBound #CDD2021
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How do we make space for Black & Brown students to recognize, celebrate, and activate their strengths? We invite youth-serving organizations and educators to join @Opp_Net’s FREE interactive, virtual workshop on May 19 to learn more: bit.ly/2MS8paP
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
"For the first time, I was in a work and education environment where I felt like I really belonged. That experience with the education system — it really informed my worldview and my purpose.” Read more from @Opp_Net's @ailun_ku in @HarvardBiz: hbr.org/2021/04/its-time-to-…
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
A timely interview from my friend @ailun_ku for graduates and those who will ultimately support, recruit, and lead the #Classof2021 into this world of higher ed and work that is going to be unfamiliar to all of us. Bottom line: make pathways and then get out of the way!
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The Opportunity Network retweeted
Our colleague & #BeatingTheOdds 2020 guest @ailun_ku reminds us and all students that while the opportunity gap is real, we can do something about it. We can open doors to underrepresented students, and students, kick those doors in when you can! Check it out ⤵️
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Jessica Pliska, Founder of @Opp_Net says it’s the responsibility of white networks, not young people of color, to break barriers and create more inclusive access to career opportunities. Read more in @Forbes #Leadership #DEI #Networking mlt.info/3xsRVJe
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