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Empowered Parents Invested in Change (EPIC): Five Years Later

by Steven Quinn

Five years ago, I launched Empowered Parents Invested in Change (EPIC) to give parents the tools to become effective education advocates. In 2020, at the height of the pandemic, I logged onto Zoom for our first training, unsure if anyone would join. More than 60 parents showed up, eager to engage.

Since then, EPIC has grown into a critical part of our advocacy strategy, bringing together parent leaders across Georgia and transforming how we approach parent engagement. We learned that investing in parent voices is a long-term commitment that requires patience, trust and intentionality.

Today, EPIC has graduated over 542 parents from 102 counties, and its impact continues to grow. Since 2021 our graduates have helped to pass numerous bills for GeorgiaCAN. I wanted to share some key insights and impacts we have had since starting this program.

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Meet GeorgiaCAN’s newest Parent Fellows!

by Steven Quinn

GeorgiaCAN is proud to announce the newest class of the Parent Fellowship program! This yearlong fellowship is designed to empower parents with the tools, training, and experience they need to be strong advocates for education. Through the program, fellows will:

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of education policy in Georgia

  • Build leadership and community organizing skills

  • Strengthen their voice in advocacy and civic engagement

Our Parent Fellows play a vital role in advancing education reform, mobilizing their communities, and ensuring every child in Georgia has access to an excellent education. We’re thrilled to introduce this year’s Parent Fellows and look forward to the incredible impact they will make!