Community engagement with equity at the core

We provide you with the skills and knowledge to collaborate effectively with diverse communities.

We have a proven framework, a laser focus on equity, and an unflappability that allows us to adapt to and succeed in your context.

Our approach will not just document your impact, it will create a roadmap for your organization to get better at what you do.

We believe everyone can build their community engagement and evaluation muscles. Let us help you build your skills!

Sometimes you need a neutral facilitator to hold space for conversation. We design engaging gatherings for productive dialogue.

Explore our recent case studies

Case Studies

East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation

In partnership with the East Oakland Collective, CIC developed and delivered training for a dozen community leaders from East Oakland.

Mission Promise Neighborhood

CIC was tasked with conducting an evaluation of the Mission Promise Neighborhood, a six-year collective impact effort to improve student and family outcomes in the Mission.

California Association of Food Banks

CIC was hired to collaboratively design and facilitate a staff retreat for CAFB.

Oakland Unified School District

CIC was brought in to facilitate dialogue between neighbors, families, and staff of a school reconstruction project in a tightly built Oakland neighborhood.

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What people are saying

“Whether the context is a community meeting or a classroom, Heather's twin gifts for listening and communicating captivate and engage the entire room.

Working with Heather will transform the way you think about equitable community participation.”

- Karen Chapple, Chair and Professor of City & Regional Planning, University of California Berkeley

"Heather did an amazing job of holding space for multiple perspectives during a complicated and controversial school construction process.

Her role as a bridge between the community, the parents, and the district helped make sure all voices were heard and valued while freeing up school staff to stay focused on educating students."

- Chelsea Toller, Former Principal, Glenview Elementary

“Our team had a great experience partnering with Heather on an implementation study that highlighted our successes and opportunities for growth.

She was incredibly skilled at gaining the trust of our staff and partners, tailoring material for diverse audiences, and designing meetings that brought about honest conversations and insights.”

- Liz Cortez, Associate Director, Mission Promise Neighborhood