Transformative Partners in Education, a consortium of educational equity consultants including LRFB Equity Consulting, LLC, is committed to promoting cultural responsiveness and equity-based leadership in higher education. We guide institutions, particularly Educator Preparation Programs (EPPs), through equity mandates such as Illinois’ Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading (CRTL) Standards and Diverse Educator Pipeline requirements, ensuring equity is integrated into leadership, strategic planning, and policy reform.

Led by Liam R. F. Bird, Dr. Carole Collins, and Mary Ann Pitcher, our team brings decades of expertise in educational equity and systemic transformation. Using a research-based, culturally humble approach, we offer data-driven insights, professional development, and strategic guidance, empowering institutions to exceed equity standards and create lasting, meaningful change.

Our Services for Educator Preparation Programs:

• CRTL Standards Integration: We help EPPs align their curriculum and pedagogy with the Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading (CRTL) Standards to meet state requirements.
• Diverse Educator Pipeline Development: We support EPPs in recruiting, retaining, and advancing educators of color, ensuring a representative and responsive educator workforce.
• Professional Development: Our targeted training helps faculty develop cultural competency to meet the needs of diverse learners and communities.
• Continuous Improvement: Using data-driven tools, we assist EPPs in assessing program impact and making adjustments to enhance equity outcomes.

Our Services for Colleges and Universities:

• Institutional Equity Plans: We guide colleges and universities in creating comprehensive equity plans aligned with state frameworks like the Illinois Board of Higher Education Equity Plan, ensuring equity is embedded at every level of the institution.
• Policy and Budget Audits: We conduct equity-focused audits of institutional policies and budgets to address systemic barriers and align resources with equity goals.
• Strategic Planning: We assist institutions in crafting strategic equity frameworks that foster belonging and academic success, ensuring stakeholder voices are central to the process.
• Community Co-design: We facilitate co-design processes that involve students, faculty, and community stakeholders in shaping inclusive and responsive campus policies.

We invite you to explore this opportunity for your college or university by scheduling a consultation with Transformative Partners in Education. Let’s work together to create inclusive, responsive, and culturally relevant educational environments that empower future educators to succeed.