Our Expertise

Loyola Marymount University brings a unique combination of academic excellence, community engagement, and subject-matter expertise to the DOR-AJCC Collaboration Project. With a longstanding commitment to social justice and equity, LMU is well-positioned to support systems-level transformation within California’s public workforce infrastructure.

The Coelho Center for Disability Law, Policy & Innovation, is a national leader in advancing the rights and full participation of people with disabilities. Founded by former U.S. Congressman and disability rights champion The Honorable Tony Coelho, the Center bridges scholarship, policy, and advocacy to promote disability justice and systemic change.

Through interdisciplinary research, legal education, and strategic partnerships, the Coelho Center works to dismantle structural barriers and build a more inclusive society. Its commitment to empowering disabled leaders and informing public policy makes it a vital partner in LMU’s broader mission to promote equity, access, and social justice across all systems.

LMU Extension  is the continuing education division of the University, and is committed to expanding access to inclusive, career-focused learning. Grounded in LMU’s values of equity, social justice, and academic excellence, LMU Extension brings deep expertise in workforce development, adult education, and community engagement. As a key partner in the DOR-AJCC Collaboration Project, LMU Extension supports the design and delivery of training, professional development, and capacity building resources to strengthen California's public workforce system and promote equitable employment outcomes for people with disabilities.

This multidisciplinary approach enables LMU to deliver evidence-based, justice-centered support aligned with its core values of dignity, equity, and opportunity. Through this project, LMU advances its commitment to building a more inclusive and responsive workforce system across California.

For more information, please contact DOR.AJCC.TA@lmu.edu