3 Cs of Change

Consciousness, Conviction, and Commitment must be identified for both individuals and institutions as part of sustainable change that has I.M.P.A.C.T. on educational excellence and equity. The 3 Cs of Change provides a simple and replicable platform for assessment. Using the 3 Cs of Change, both individuals and systems can determine where they are in the journey and decide where they want to go.

“Only the educated are free.”
— Epictetus

Consciousness (C1)

Quantitative
Qualitative
Personal
Isolate racial/social identities
Multiple perspectives

Conviction (C2)

Mental models
Beliefs
Morals
Values

Commitment (C3)

Examine the normative set of values and believes
Act upon something that impacts lived racial, social and marginalized experiences