As Director of Education for 826LA, Shani Foster oversees a team of program staff and provides support, leadership, and direction for staff to fulfill educational equity-driven change within the Los Angeles Unified School District. While continually monitoring the design, delivery, and quality of 826LA’s vision, Shani concurrently maintains the future-driven vision for what teaching, learning, and volunteering can be in the 21st century and beyond.As a teacher, principal, and staff development specialist, Shani maintained a focus on culture, equity, and school leadership. Her life’s work is to be a servant- leader, helping organizations create work environments that provide opportunities for personal and professional growth.Shani pursues this passion by leading in organizations with a high level of integrity in professional development.