Intercultural Development Research Association

The Intercultural Development Research Association is an independent, private non-profit organization dedicated to strengthening public schools to work for all children.

We are committed to the IDRA valuing philosophy, respecting the knowledge and skills of the individuals we work with and build on the strengths of the students and parents in their schools. Through its history IDRA has been a vocal advocate for the right of every student to equality of educational opportunity. IDRA was founded in 1973 by Dr. José A. Cárdenas and, today, is directed by Dr. María “Cuca” Robledo Montecel. IDRA strengthens and transforms public education by providing dynamic training; useful research, evaluation, and frameworks for action; timely policy analyses; and innovative materials and programs.

IDRA's professional staff members…

Are fluent and literate in English and Spanish.
• Have many years of classroom, administrative, and community engagement experience.
• Have graduate degrees – master's and doctorates – from respected universities.
• Are skilled trainers, accustomed to designing and implementing top-notch workshops.

Specialties

Training & Technical Assistance to Schools, Education Equity, School Finance, Dropout Prevention, Math and Science Education, Early Childhood Education, Bilingual Education & English Learner Ed