Shared Leadership

Migdalia Loyola Meléndez Named as New Headwaters Co-Executive Director

June 23, 2025

Headwaters Foundation for Justice (HFJ) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Migdalia Loyola Meléndez, an accomplished leader with 30 years of experience in community engagement, nonprofit leadership, and grantmaking,…

Embracing Change: Reflections from Co-Executive Director Bilal Alkatout

February 25, 2025

At Headwaters, we’ve spent the last two years building an organization that embraces change as a constant. This mindset keeps us grounded, moving forward with purpose, and growing our impact with consistency. 

Co-Chairs in Conversation: The Benefits of Headwaters’ Shift to Co-Leadership 

February 19, 2025

At Headwaters Foundation for Justice, we believe in the power of shared leadership to strengthen our work and deepen our impact. Our board’s decision to implement a Co-Chair model in…

Co-Executive Director Applications Open Today

January 28, 2025

Dear community, We are excited to share that Headwaters is now accepting applications for our second Co-Executive Director position.   This fall, we announced that Headwaters is embracing a shared leadership…

Embracing Shared Leadership: A Conversation between Veronica Rucker and Sierra Judy

December 4, 2024

Headwaters Foundation for Justice is embracing a new chapter in its leadership and organizational growth. As we explore the values driving our work and vision, we’re excited to share our…

Announcing Bilal Alkatout as Headwaters’ First Co-Executive Director

October 9, 2024

Dear community, We are excited to share the next chapter of leadership at Headwaters Foundation for Justice. Over the past year, our staff and board closely examined our leadership and…