A Professional Network
for Independent School Alumni of Color
Mission
To create a professional and social network to connect, engage, and support independent school alumni of color
Vision
To galvanize the collective power of independent school alumni of color to advance the next generation
About
Welcome to Independent Trust, the network designed to build connections, engage, and support the professional goals of independent school alumni of color. I am Trina Gary, founder of Independent Trust, consultant, and former independent school administrator and teacher. I have worked with my husband, Michael Gary, in independent schools since 1989. We see the potential for alumni of color to connect with one another as well as with current students of color to provide opportunities for mentoring, employment, and professional networking. We invite you to complete the contact form below to connect with the network.
We are conducting research to capture your experience and perspective as a person of color who has attended an independent school. Your voice is needed to make real change that strengthens the outcome and experience of all students. We appreciate the time you take to complete this survey located in the menu bar.
Please also share this site with other alumni of color in your network. We can all learn from your individual experience and collective voice!
Purpose
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To establish and strengthen professional and social relationships while supporting the professional development goals of the alumni
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To mentor students and strengthen alumni/alumnae connections
To support schools, organizations and corporations whose policies and initiatives embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion
