The Center for Youth & Community Leadership (CYCLE) at Roger Williams University partners with youth, families, educators, and other stakeholders to build collective power and fight for educational justice. 

The mission of the Social Policy Hub for Equity Research in Education (SPHERE) (formerly at Rhode Island College) was to engage Rhode Island College students and faculty, in partnership with Rhode Island community members, in conducting and disseminating research for equitable educational and social policies.

Sankofa Community Connection combines self-care, community care, and expressive arts to promote healing, enhance mental well-being, and uplift marginalized communities. Sankofa Community Connection has been a core partner in our Newport site.


Parents Leading for Educational Equity (PLEE) has a mission to demand a high-quality public school education for every child of color and be a voice for parents, caregivers, and caretakers when policy decisions are being made at the local and state level. PLEE has been a core SCORE partner in our Central Falls and Providence sites.