Heang Ly

Heang Ly is a leader with a proven track record in education, youth development, and organizational impact. A 20-year Boston resident and first-generation college graduate, she is passionate about advancing educational equity for Boston’s youth. As Director of Pathways to Postsecondary Success at The Boston Foundation, Heang leads efforts to increase access to postsecondary education and career building opportunities. Previously, as Director of Consulting and Training at Third Sector New England, Heang revitalized the department and expanded partnerships, including a multi-million-dollar collaboration to support BIPOC-led organizations. In earlier roles at The Center for Teen Empowerment and Boston Public Health Commission, she launched and scaled youth programs, securing significant funding and national reach. Heang holds a Master of Education from Harvard and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UMass-Amherst.