Anita Ntem Thomas is a mission-driven leader committed to advancing educational equity through thoughtful planning, inclusive leadership, and sustainable organizational development. She currently serves as Chief of Staff at Democracy Prep Public Schools, where she leads network programming, professional development, and strategic planning efforts that strengthen staff culture and elevate stakeholder feedback.

A proud alumna of Democracy Prep, Anita launched the network’s first Advisory Board, which is composed of over 70% alumni, to ensure community voice remains central to decision-making. She oversees the organization’s five-year strategic plan and partners closely with the CEO and executive team to align long-term vision with day-to-day execution.

Anita’s commitment to equity and holistic learning was deepened at Bryn Mawr College, where she majored in Psychology, minored in Education, and served as a Student Consultant at the Teaching and Learning Institute, where she collaborated with faculty to implement more equitable and engaging classroom practices. As a member of Bryn Mawr’s Contemplative Traditions program, she studied mindfulness across cultures and disciplines, deepening her belief that focus, reflection, and well-being are essential foundations for sustainable impact.

She is a published scholar in student-faculty partnership, a current member of Bryn Mawr’s Board of Trustees, and an alum of the New York Voices Fellowship through 50CAN. Anita holds a B.A. from Bryn Mawr College and an M.S. in Education Entrepreneurship from the University of Pennsylvania.