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03/10/2021
Published by The Education Trust–West on 03/10/2021
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Education Equity in Crisis: How to Address Learning, Promotions, Transitions and Grades in Light of School and College Closures

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed an unprecedented education equity crisis in California. A year ago, education leaders at schools and colleges across the state closed their […]
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10/28/2020
Published by The Education Trust–West on 10/28/2020
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Californians Deserve Credit: Recognizing All Learning to Help California Achieve Educational and Racial Equity

Imagine you are a 39-year-old single parent and early childhood educator of 20 years. One day, you learn that you lack the proper credentials. Even though […]
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09/29/2020
Published by The Education Trust–West on 09/29/2020
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Study Finds Affirmative Action Ban Hindered Equity Efforts in Community Colleges

Research from @edtrustwest and partners finds that 2.1 million students who attend California’s community colleges will greatly benefit if #Prop16 is passed, which provides a new opportunity to address structural racism in education and workforce!
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09/29/2020
Published by The Education Trust–West on 09/29/2020
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New Report Finds Affirmative Action Ban Hindered Equity Efforts in Community Colleges

The ban on affirmative action adversely impacted the ability of California Community Colleges to tackle persistent inequities facing students of color   OAKLAND, Calif. – A […]
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Karla Fernandez

Communications Manager

Karla Fernandez (she/her/hers) joins Ed Trust–West as a Communications Manager with over 11 years of experience advancing social impact initiatives.

Karla started her career as a teacher at Chicago Public Schools and UIC College Prep. After teaching, Karla joined United Friends of the Children to support LA County’s youth in foster care as a college counselor. Through Leadership for Educational Equity, Karla also served as a Policy Advisor Fellow for the office of a Los Angeles Unified School Board Member. She solidified her interests in policy analysis and quantitative research during her time with the Price Center for Social Innovation, the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles, and the USC Presidential Working Group on Sustainability. Before joining The Education Trust–West, Karla was the Associate Director for the Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) Collaborative, a network of nonprofits advocating for communities in SELA.

Karla holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Anthropology from the University of Chicago, a Master of Public Policy from the USC Price School of Public Policy, and a Graduate Certificate in Policy Advocacy from the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. Karla is based out of southern California and is passionate about using data analysis, communications, and digital strategies for policy advocacy and social justice efforts.