Veronica Benavides

Veronica Benavides is a researcher at Bank Street College of Education's Center on Culture, Race and Equity. Her work focuses on systemic equity initiatives, community-based education projects, and leadership development in early childhood education. She collaborates with organizations like Bronxworks and the Highbridge Advisory Council to co-design culturally responsive resources for families and educators.

• Key Roles: Researcher, Project Collaborator, Curriculum Developer
• Affiliations: Center on Culture, Race and Equity (Bank Street College)

Her research emphasizes family engagement practices, anti-racist educational frameworks, and restorative approaches to schooling. Notable projects include the All Hands In Interactive Resource Guide and systemic change case studies for educational institutions.

Publications highlight her expertise in early childhood policy, equity leadership, and counternarrative methodologies. She contributes to policy development through studies like the NYC Pre-K Leadership Project.