Addressing educational equity is one of the most pressing issues in Minnesota and across the country. While there are many groups and individuals in educational, governmental and philanthropic organizations working towards achieving educational equity, the truth is that real solutions are going to require working together in a coordinated effort.

Through the Educational Equity Resource Center (EERC) here at the University of Minnesota College of Education and Human Development, our mission is to connect University research and programs with K-12 educators in and out of school, translate research to practice and encourage collaboration and cooperation around the issue of educational equity. In 2016, we plan to both continue and expand our efforts centered around a very unique and exciting convening of state leaders.