Julie Flapan

Julie Flapan is director of the Computer Science Project at UCLA Center X where she conducts research and works closely with practitioners to inform statewide policy. She is also is co-director of the CSforCA project where she advocates for K–12 computer science education in California to ensure its accessibility to all students, especially girls, students of color, and low-income students. Previously, she served as director of public engagement for the UCLA Institute for Democracy, Education and Access (IDEA) where she led the Education Justice Collaborative, integrating research, policy analysis, and coalition building through communications and grassroots organizing strategies to ensure all students have access to a meaningful education that prepares them for college, careers, and democratic participation. Her research interests include anti-bias/anti-racist education and social justice policies that provide equal opportunities for teaching and learning in low-income communities of color. She has extensive experience facilitating workshops for teachers, parents and community leaders as part of the Anti-Defamation League’s A World of Difference education program. Dr. Flapan holds an EdD in educational leadership from the University of California, Los Angeles, an MEd in education and social policy from Northwestern University, and a BA from Pitzer College.

updated 2024