APA officially launched in 2014, and its fellowship for Haitian teacher-leaders began in 2015. A local Haitian-led and Haitian-run movement, APA takes a grassroots approach to investing in a new generation of Haitian teacher-leaders as drivers of a quality transformation for the nation’s education system. APA ensures its programming is contextualized, incorporating a culturally responsive approach to capacity building. The foundations of this movement for education equity are rooted in a deep understanding and appreciation for local culture, customs, and community. We believe we can equip a new generation of local leaders who are proud of their identity and channel that understanding into redefining true leadership as rooted in collective action.