California Community Colleges Chief Student Services Officers Association

Advocacy

Advocating initiatives

Driving policy change and championing equity in California’s community colleges. We work tirelessly to influence policy, secure resources, and advance equity for all community college students. Our advocacy includes legislative outreach, coalition-building, and amplifying the voices of student services professionals.

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How can you help? Support our mission to make a difference in student services.

LETTERS of support

Stand with Purpose
Access official letters endorsed by the CSSO Association that advocate for policies, programs, and initiatives advancing student success and equity across California’s community colleges.

Assembly Bill 1887 Letter of Support (2024)

Baccalaureate Degree Program Approval (2023)

Black Lives Matter (2020)

CSSO Statement on Judge Hanen’s DACA Decision (2021)

DACA Letter of Support (2020)

ICE decision to limit F1Visa students in fully online college (2020)

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Be a Voice for Students
Get involved in statewide advocacy efforts that elevate the voice of student services. Learn how to participate in coordinated campaigns that influence policy and promote student-centered change.

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Voices of Change

Stories that Inspire Action
Hear from Student Services leaders who are driving transformation on their campuses and across the state. Explore stories, spotlights, and thought leadership that reflect the power of equity-minded action.

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Members share the impact of CSSO advocacy

Being part of CSSO means having a collective voice that matters in Sacramento.

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Legislative updates from CSSO keep us informed and prepared to advocate for our students.

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