Written by lead author, Dr. Ángel de Jesus González, this report highlights the influence and impact of the “Student Equity Planning Institute” (SEPI) on equity leaders across nine California Community Colleges. Dr. González captures the experiences of colleagues advancing racial equity in California and the ways that SEPI has served as a space to learn, grow, experiment, struggle, and succeed.

The CCHALES Research Collective in partnership with the California Community Colleges Chancellor’s Office has developed a year-long professional development series focused on building the skills, competencies, and actions of campus educators involved with the Student Equity and Achievement (SEA) Program and Guided Pathways change efforts. Composed of six two-hour webinars across the 2024-2025 academic year, the Equity Starts Today professional learning series blends practitioner action and research insight to offer learning opportunities that empower equity advocates to foster more equitable and inclusive institutions, ultimately enhancing the educational experiences and outcomes of students experiencing disproportionate impact.

From Vision To Action: Organizational Commitments Necessary During Implementation

It all begins with an idea.