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Discover a variety of tools, guides, research, and professional opportunities designed to support your journey in creating inclusive, affirming, and equitable learning environments. Whether you’re an educator, student, parent, or advocate, PEDC provides the resources you need to make a meaningful impact.
As a Collective Impact organization, many of these resources were created by—or in close collaboration with—our members, reflecting the lived experiences and expertise of educators across Pennsylvania and beyond. In addition to downloadable materials, we recognize that one of our most valuable assets is the community itself.
Through our Membership Portal (coming soon), you'll be able to connect directly with fellow educators, parents, DEI leaders, and advocates—whether you're looking for someone in your region or hoping to gain a fresh perspective from a different field or identity.
Looking to grow your network? Become a member and connect with hundreds of educators, students, advocates, and DEI leaders across the state.
If there’s something you’d like to see here—tools, topics, or collaborations—let us know. We’re building this space with you and for you.
Our research library is organized by topic to make it easier to find what you need—whether you’re exploring educator workforce data, studies on diversity and retention, or policy reports shaping Pennsylvania’s education landscape. Each section below includes trusted sources from across the state and nation, reflecting the evidence base that guides PEDC’s work.
Do you have research, data, or reports to share? We welcome contributions that inform and strengthen our collective understanding. Reach out to share your work with our community at info@paeddiversity.org.
An approach to teaching that affirms students' identities, engages them in meaningful learning, and sustains their cultural knowledge and practices. It emphasizes the importance of incorporating students' lived experiences into educational spaces to promote equity and belonging.
A set of guidelines and practices designed to help educators reflect on their teaching and create more inclusive, culturally-relevant learning environments. These competencies focus on areas such as addressing bias, fostering community relationships, and promoting high expectations for all learners.
The state agency responsible for overseeing public education in Pennsylvania. PDE worked with PEDC to develop and implement the CRSE framework and guidelines.
