The National Alliance for Partnerships in Equity (NAPE) is a consortium of state and local agencies, corporations, and national organizations committed to the advancement of equity and diversity in classrooms and workplaces. At this NAPE-sponsored Professional Development Institute, participants will learn about research-based strategies and innovative tools to help implement promising practices and get results. The Institute also features professional networking time, a full schedule of workshops, and a day dedicated to public policy which includes a visit to Capitol Hill.