ABOUT US

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The Edmonton Social Planning Council (ESPC) is a local, charitable and non-partisan organization that was founded in 1940. ESPC conducts research and analyzes data, produces reports, provides recommendations, provides public education, conducts focus groups, does presentations, and works collaboratively with other social agencies. Our work includes undertaking research into the nature and magnitude of social issues in our community; public awareness and understanding of current social issues; being an independent voice in the community; encouraging public participation in the development of social policies and the implementation of programs.

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Our Vision

A community in which all people are full and valued participants.

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Our Mission

Through rigorous research, detailed analysis, and community engagement, we deepen community understanding of social planning issues, influence policy, and spark collaborative actions that lead to positive social change.













Roxanne Felix-Mah & Ashima Sumaru-Jurf, Managing Partners of Equity in Action, have been working actively as consultants, facilitators, coaches, and organizational leaders who practice equity work. This experience has meant we have been learning from our colleagues and constantly engaging in knowledge circulation around equity topics for over 15 years each.

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