Sacramento Office
Making Change Happen: Transforming Education Through Policy Advocacy
Our team in Sacramento serves as the driving force behind our legislative advocacy efforts, working relentlessly to shape California’s education policies to promote equity and justice. Our staff empowers communities and advocates to have their voices heard by elected officials, ensuring that the will of students, families, and educators guides the direction of change.
Making Change Happen: Transforming Education Through Policy Advocacy
Our team in Sacramento serves as the driving force behind our legislative advocacy efforts, working relentlessly to shape California’s education policies to promote equity and justice. Our staff empowers communities and advocates to have their voices heard by elected officials, ensuring that the will of students, families, and educators guides the direction of change.
Our Sacramento Advocates
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Brian Rivas
Senior Director of Policy of Government Relations
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Melissa Bardo
Associate Director of Policy & Government Relations
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Raquel Morales
Associate of Policy & Government Relations
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Legislative Advocacy
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Advocating for Equity in the State Budget
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Join Us: Connect with Us in Sacramento
Elected officials, dedicated staffers, and Sacramento-based partners – your influence matters. Partner with Ed Trust–West’s Sacramento team to shape equitable education policies.