Evidence. Policy. Equity.

Habla Futures Initiative

Building a Future Where Every Voice Shapes Education Policy

Our Mission

Advancing bilingual education through research, policy, and community collaboration. We produce high-quality research and advocate for evidence-based policies to improve outcomes for bilingual learners and their communities.

Our Programs

Habla Arte

Arts and culture as tools for identity, expression, and public dialogue.

Habla Arte workbook

Workbooks and companion resources that support bilingual learning.

The Lit League

Leadership and literacy through books, discussion, and community engagement.

The Lit League Workbook

Classroom-ready materials to build reading, writing, and critical thinking.

Research and Publications

Generating Evidence Informing policy.

University of California, Irvine

In partnership with UCI, we conduct studies that inform policy and practice.

Primary Author Research Studies

Original research on bilingual education, language acquisition, and student outcomes.

Language & Civil Rights Publications

Publications on language access, equity, and civil rights in education.

Team & Partners

Collaborating for a meaningful future. Our research is grounded in collaboration, policymakers, and community leaders to advance equitable education for all.

Sailee Charlu

Founder and Director of Habla Arte

Reinaldo Cabrera

Ph.D. Candidate, UCI School of Education

Elizabeth Pena

Professor, UCI Bilingualism Matters

Research and Publications

Habla Futures Annual Bilingual Education Research Conference. A space for researchers, educators, and advocates to share knowledge, spark dialogue, and advance bilingual education.