Program Activities

 

The Illinois Center for Equity in Education will focus on three key strategies:

Research & Data

The Center will generate and analyze data to monitor progress and identify effective interventions for Black students. Initial activities include:

• Creating infrastructure for enhanced data collection and analysis.
• Publishing disaggregated data on student progress and the impact of interventions.
• Partnering with educational and community organizations to track and report on equity goals.

Policy & Practice

The Center will develop and advocate for policies that enhance Black student access and success. This includes:

• Addressing affordability challenges..
• Supporting student well-being with culturally competent mental health services.
• Strengthening connections between education and career opportunities.

Cross-Sector Collaboration

The Center will maintain a framework for ongoing collaboration among stakeholders, including:

• An Advisory Council to guide strategic initiatives.
• Working Groups to implement the Action Plan's recommendations.
• Hosting conferences and briefings to disseminate findings and engage key constituencies.