Our Story

Founded by Dr. Kathleen Yang-Clayton in 2023, The Center for Equity, Effectiveness and Efficiency (C3E) is a pioneering force in public sector transformation, dedicated to embedding equity as a foundational principle of governance. C3E reimagines what learning and organizational transformation could look like for leaders and staff in the institutions that directly impact the lives of the communities we care for the most.

Since its inception, the center has helped local government leaders drive meaningful change. Traditional training raised awareness but failed to address deeper systemic barriers to equity. Forward-thinking leaders sought more than quick fixes—they needed a clear roadmap for lasting transformation. In response, we developed a research-based approach to help them create real, sustainable change.