Equity-Centered Training for Purpose-Driven Leaders
Bridging research and practice to create lasting impact
Equity is often named as a priority, but it’s not always clear how to make it part of everyday decisions, strategies, and evaluations. Without practical approaches, even well-intentioned efforts can fall short; This leaves gaps in impact and voices unheard.
This training creates space to move beyond statements of commitment into methods that can be applied in real contexts. Together, we’ll explore tools and frameworks that help organizations:
Design programs and policies with equity at the center.
Evaluate outcomes in ways that reflect community realities.
Build habits that make equity part of ongoing practice, not a one-time initiative.
For organizations committed to meaningful, lasting change, equity-centered approaches are essential. This session is about grounding that work in practical strategies that align with both values and impact.
What you’ll learn
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Apply an equity-centered framework to real policy, program, and research choices
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Craft equity-aligned evaluation questions, indicators, and data collection plans
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Map stakeholders and power dynamics to design more inclusive processes
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Build organizational habits that sustain equity beyond one project.
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Use practical checklists and templates to sustain equity as an organizational habit
Who it’s for
This training is designed for professionals who already have some experience working with equity concepts and want to deepen their skills. You don’t need to be an expert, just ready to move beyond the basics.
Nonprofit leaders and program directors who want to embed equity into program design and evaluation.
Policy advisors and government staff looking for practical frameworks to guide inclusive decision-making.
Foundation and philanthropy professionals seeking ways to assess equity impact in funding strategies.
Researchers and evaluators who want tools to better center community voices and justice in their work
If you have attended introductory DEI workshops, read about equity frameworks, or worked on equity-focused projects, this training will give you the next step: translating knowledge into practice.
Training Focus
Pillars of Equity-Centered Research
Get a clear view of the four pillars—Design, Engagement, Impact, and Communication—and how they work together to move equity from intention to everyday practice. We’ll map the model briefly, then focus on Design and Impact with concise examples and tools you can apply to current projects
Inclusive Research Design & Community Engagement
Learn how to design studies and engagement processes that reflect community realities. We’ll cover representative sampling, centering lived experience, and bias-aware methods; walk through a participation continuum (inform → consult → co-create); contrast extractive vs participatory approaches; and use a practical Community Engagement Checklist to adapt one of your current projects in-session.
Equity Impact Assessments
Translate equity commitments into clear decision criteria. We’ll introduce a four-step EIA—define scope, identify impacted populations, anticipate benefits and burdens, plan mitigation—and show where it fits in the policy/program pipeline. Then you’ll use a live worksheet to apply the steps to one of your current projects.
Scheduled Sessions
Current Session
* Format: Live webinar with Q&A * Level: Intermediate * Duration: 2 hours * Materials: Downloadable workbook, resource guide, session recording * Pricing: $99 (launch rate)
Upcoming Sessions
Group and partner rates available for nonprofits, public agencies, and academic units. [Contact us]
✺ Frequently asked questions ✺
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Led by Amelia Andrews, PhD, Egeria Center for Policy, Research, and Evaluation brings a justice-centered, research-driven approach to practical problem-solving. We translate complex policy and evaluation methods into tools teams can use—grounded in evidence, informed by community, and oriented toward durable impact.
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A basic foundation helps (e.g., an intro workshop or equity-focused project). If you’re newer, you’re still welcome—just expect a faster pace. We’ll share an optional primer in your confirmation email.
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A practical toolkit you can use immediately:
Community Engagement Checklist
Equity Impact Assessment (EIA) Template
Equity Policy Brief Template
Slide highlights and a short resource list
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Live, 90-minute webinar (via Zoom) with brief examples, reflection prompts, and a short, guided worksheet activity.
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Yes, registrants receive a replay link for 14 days, along with the materials.
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Small-group format; about 20 seats to keep discussion manageable.
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You can transfer your ticket to a colleague anytime before the session starts. Refunds are available up to 7 days prior to the event.
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Launch Rate: $99 (current cycle)
Early Access Rate: $149 (next cycle)
Standard Rate: $175
For teams or partner organizations, group pricing may be available—please contact us.
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Yes. We offer private/cohort sessions tailored to your context. Get in touch to compare dates and outcomes.
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Yes. The frameworks work across programs and policy areas (e.g., environment, housing, health, education).
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It’s optional but encouraged. The live worksheet is most useful if you apply it to a current policy, program, or research question.
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Yes. We provide live captions and can share materials in advance. Let us know your access needs when you register, and we’ll coordinate.
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We don’t issue CEUs. We can provide a certificate/letter of completion upon request.
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A stable internet connection and the Zoom app (or browser). A microphone is helpful for discussion; the chat works if you prefer not to speak.