Meritocracy Avenue
A liberal-arts education—free, and open to all.
A free public education program built on a simple belief: people rise by talent, skill, and character—the way an orchestra makes music, every instrument mastered, all playing one score.
Why “Meritocracy”?
Advancement by merit—not by privilege.
Our name states our belief plainly: people should advance by ability, skill, ingenuity, and the willingness to strive for excellence—not by class, wealth, privilege, or connection.
“The advancement by talent, skill, ingenuity, ability and willingness to strive for excellence. The symphony orchestra functions as a meritocratic system—what can the rest of us learn from it?”
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Professor O’Connor explains what meritocracy is
Meritocracy is an idea—that people should rise by their ability, skill, and talent.
What We Do
Our work runs in two divisions—one that opens minds, and one that helps rebuild lives.
Division I
Education
Free liberal-arts courses and learning resources, from foundational ideas to practical skills—including early-learning work like Taylynn’s World, where everyday experiences become lessons in mathematics, ethics, and more.
Division II
Recovery
Programs and events that help people jumpstart recovery from addiction, PTSD, and mental illness—and that support the communities most affected by them.
When we abdicate our crown of self rule, we become pawn and prey.
Kathleen Lieberman · Founder
Start Here
A few doors into Meritocracy Avenue.
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Meritocracy Avenue is a nonprofit sustained by donors, sponsors, and volunteers who believe education should be open to all. Your support keeps our courses and programs free.
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