Our Framework

EduDream combines Culturally Responsive and Equitable Evaluation (CREE) principles and rigorous research methods to produce insights that catalyze impactful action — with, and for, communities.

Our Process

EduDream approaches every partnership in a collaborative manner and embeds CREE principles across our work.

Our Work

High-quality, rigorous, and accessible work that will empower and motivate you to make decisions grounded in equity and evidence-based practices.

Our Services

Collaborative research that elevates the voices of racially and economically diverse students, families, and communities.

The Hub

A multi-year, actionable research initiative generating evidence to advance policy dialogue on K12 education.

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About Us

EduDream is a Latina-founded, women-owned, and equity-focused research consulting firm that partners with nonprofits, foundations, and education institutions to provide culturally responsive and community-centered research and strategy. Led by a team of experts, EduDream redefines what’s possible for education research.

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Yasmin Rodriguez-Escutia

Research Assistant

At a Glance

Chicago, IL

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Summary

Yasmin Rodriguez-Escutia supports EduDream’s research and education services as a Research Assistant. She assists in the design and management of evaluation tools, such as surveys, interview protocols, and focus group protocols. She grew up in Little Village and is a first-generation college student. As a first-generation college student, Yasmin is passionate about making equitable changes in the education system while centering and uplifting the voices of students of color.


Education

  • Ph.D. in Education Leadership and Policy Analysis from the University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • BA in Education & Youth Studies and Sociology from Beloit College

Previous Experience

Yasmin has numerous years of experience as an evaluator and researcher. Prior to EduDream, Yasmin worked with the Wisconsin Evaluation Collaborative Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison as a project assistant and fellow for the evaluation clinic. Her graduate research focused on Latinx women pre-service teachers’ experiences and teacher identity development.


Outside of work, you can find Yasmin…

  • Reading books 
  • Spending time with her nephews and niece 
  • Watching cooking and baking shows 

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