Who We Are
The Massachusetts Education Equity Partnership (MEEP) is a collective effort of civil rights, social justice, and education advocates from across the Commonwealth working together to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in our state’s schools.
What We Do
- Draw attention to educational inequities in Massachusetts
- Advocate for policies and practices that improve opportunity and outcomes for students of color, linguistically diverse students, students from low-income families, and students with disabilities
- Work alongside students, families, and communities to build urgency and collective will for educational equity and justice
Our North Star Vision
The Massachusetts Education Equity Partnership represents a statewide movement of advocates for educational equity committed to building power and capacity in historically underserved communities, advancing policies and practices that achieve educational justice, and shifting decision-making power and representation throughout the education system to be inclusive of community voices. MEEP mobilizes a diverse group of leaders across sectors to strategically enhance opportunities for all Massachusetts families.
Our Partners
MEEP members come from Eastern, Central and Western Massachusetts, represent different constituencies, and bring differing perspectives on educational improvement. All of us, however, are committed to working together to advance opportunity and outcomes for students that have been underserved in Massachusetts for too long.
Note: Partners decide on a case-by-case basis whether to sign onto each of our publications or actions.
Our Partners include:
Meet Our Support Team
EdTrust in MA plays a pivotal role as the convener and backbone organization of the Massachusetts Education Equity Partnership (MEEP). By leveraging EdTrust’s national resources, MEEP advocates receive invaluable support in capacity building. This includes access to essential tools such as data analysis and support, as well as enriching opportunities like leadership development through initiatives such as the biannual National Equity Matters Bootcamp. This gathering brings together advocates from across the nation to engage in dynamic discussions and collaborate on innovative strategies aimed at tackling persistent opportunity gaps in education.
Jennie Williamson
State Director for Massachusetts
Jennie Williamson is the State Director for The Education Trust-Massachusetts, where she leads the development and implementation of the…
Chanthy Lopes Toro
Assistant Director for Engagement and Communications for Massachusetts
In her role, Chanthy works alongside students, families, and community advocates to build urgency and collective will through meaningful…
Genesis Carela
Senior Policy Analyst for Massachusetts
Genesis Carela is the state senior policy analyst for Massachusetts at The Education Trust. She conducts policy and data…