Educational Equity Services
Increase Opportunity and Success for All Students
Partner with us to implement equity-driven strategies that improve student outcomes. Our Educator Engagement Team provides tailored services, working closely with schools, districts, and colleges to design equity-driven strategies that meet their unique needs.
At EdTrust-West, we believe equity isn’t just a goal, it’s a practice. Our Educator Engagement Team works side by side with your leaders and educators to identify barriers, co-create solutions, and build systems that deliver equitable learning experiences.
We bring deep expertise in systemic equity reviews, action planning, and implementation support. Together, we’ll build strategies that measurably improve outcomes for all students, especially students of color, multilingual students, and students experiencing poverty.
Our Services
We’ll collaborate with you to uncover systemic barriers through interviews, site visits, surveys, and data analysis—providing a clear picture of what’s working and what needs improvement.
Our team facilitates collaborative planning sessions to develop clear, actionable steps toward achieving equity goals.
We provide tailored assistance to help your institution implement equity plans effectively and sustainably.
Develop peer learning networks to share best practices and strengthen equity-focused initiatives.
Access specialized workshops and strategic planning sessions designed to foster inclusivity and empowerment.
Impact & Testimonials
The systemic equity review and blueprint process allowed our teams to create an equity plan aligned with our district’s policies.
Over the course of just a year and a half, we started to see a positive impact on graduation rates.
We partnered with EdTrust-West because we wanted to take a deep and honest look at equity across our schools—beyond test scores and enrollment data. Their three-phase approach guided us from reflection to action in a meaningful way. The systemic equity review was especially impactful, combining quantitative data with qualitative insights from focus groups. Hearing real stories from students, staff, and families revealed things that numbers alone could never show.
During the blueprint planning phase, we collaborated across departments to address barriers identified in the review. The facilitators were incredible—thoughtful, skilled, and attuned to the dynamics in the room. This work didn’t just produce a blueprint; it aligned with our School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) and Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) accreditation goals, creating a shared sense of ownership. Equity is now embedded in our culture, and multiple leaders are equipped to carry it forward.
Meet the Educator Engagement Team
Director of Educator Engagement
A.B. in Sociolinguistics; M.A. in Education; M.B.A., Stanford University; Single Subject Math Teaching Credential, Cal State East Bay
Niambi Clay partners with schools, districts, and educational leaders to create equitable conditions that help all students thrive, with a focus on students who are historically and currently underserved. With 30+ years of experience spanning classroom teaching, district leadership, nonprofit management, and equity-focused executive roles, Niambi brings deep expertise in dismantling systemic barriers and driving sustainable, transformative impact in education.
Senior Associate, Educator Engagement
B.A. in Sociology and Latin American Studies from Pomona College; M.S. in Child Development, University of California, Davis
Jamila Espinosa partners with schools and districts to advance equity and opportunity for all students. With classroom experience from Brazil to the Bay Area, she brings a practical, research-informed perspective on supporting BIPOC students and educators. A first-generation college graduate and former Russlynn Ali Fellow, Jamila turns insight into action to drive meaningful change in education.
Senior Associate, Educator Engagement
B.A. in English and Communication, UC Davis; M.Ed. in Education Policy, University of Washington
Camille Medrano partners with schools and districts to expand opportunity and improve college access for first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students. With experience as a City Year AmeriCorps Member, college advisor, recruiter, and policy researcher, she brings a deep understanding of systems change and student-centered supports. Her work blends on-the-ground service with policy expertise to help education leaders close opportunity gaps and strengthen pathways to student success.
Ready to Advance Equity in Your Institution?
Partner with EdTrust-West
Bring our team’s expertise to your institution, district, or campus. We offer tailored support that helps leaders make data-informed decisions, strengthen educator engagement, and advance equitable opportunities for students.
Have other questions? Contact: [email protected] | 510-465-6444
