Resources
The resources shared here reflect how Butler Equity & Compliance Group approaches policy, compliance, and equity work in practice. They are designed to support institutional leaders, compliance professionals, and partners who are navigating complex regulatory environments and seeking clarity without oversimplification.
These materials are educational in nature and intended to support informed decision-making. They do not replace legal counsel or formal compliance review. As the firm grows, this collection will expand to include additional briefs, tools, and guidance aligned with emerging policy and regulatory developments.
Policy Briefs
Foundational Briefs
Our foundational briefs outline core principles that guide our work and address recurring challenges we observe across education systems, public agencies, and mission-driven organizations.
The following tools are intended to support internal reflection and early-stage assessment. They are not audits, but can help organizations identify areas that may warrant deeper review.
Equity Beyond Compliance
This brief examines the limitations of check-the-box compliance approaches and outlines how equity considerations can be operationalized within legally defensible policy and program structures. It is intended for leaders seeking to advance equity while managing institutional risk.
From Policy Language to Practice
This brief explores where well-written policies often break down during implementation and identifies common disconnects between formal policy and daily practice. It highlights practical considerations for aligning systems, procedures, and accountability mechanisms.
Understanding Compliance Risk in Education Systems
This brief provides a high-level overview of recurring compliance vulnerabilities related to civil rights, disability services, and institutional accountability. It is designed to help leaders recognize early warning signs before issues escalate into findings or enforcement actions.
Practical Tools
Policy Review Readiness Checklist
A high-level checklist designed to help organizations assess whether existing policies are current, internally consistent, and aligned with regulatory expectations.
Equity Readiness Self-Assessment
A brief self-assessment that supports reflection on how equity commitments are currently reflected in policy, practice, and accountability structures.
Additional tools will be added as the firm develops new frameworks through client work and research.
What We’re Watching
Policy and regulatory environments evolve rapidly. This section highlights areas we are monitoring due to their implications for compliance, equity, and institutional risk.
Current areas of focus include:
Federal and state shifts in education and civil rights enforcement
Changes in Title IX interpretation and implementation
IDEA monitoring trends and documentation expectations
Equity-related implications of funding accountability requirements
This section will be updated periodically to reflect emerging developments.
Curated External Resources
We regularly rely on guidance and materials from the following organizations and agencies. These links are provided as reference points for authoritative information.
• U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
• Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) guidance
• Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)
• Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
Where appropriate, we provide context or interpretation during engagements to support practical application.
Looking Ahead
Additional briefs, tools, and guidance will be added as Butler Equity & Compliance Group continues to grow and engage in policy, compliance, and research work across sectors.
If you are encountering issues reflected in these materials or would like support applying them within your organization, we invite you to connect with us.
Contact us to discuss your organization’s needs or explore a potential partnership.