After more than three decades leading the Nehemiah Center for Urban Leadership Development, Dr. Alex Gee has stepped aside, handing the reins to longtime colleague Harry Hawkins.
Gee founded Nehemiah in 1992 with a focus on supporting Black youth and families through social services and leadership training. Over time, the organization evolved into what Gee describes as a “Black-focused leadership development agency” that also provides direct support through housing programs, youth mentorship, and community education.
The transition marks a significant moment for the Madison-based nonprofit, which has become a fixture on the city’s South Side…