Axis is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that partners with Los Angeles area independent schools to create pathways for underrepresented students and families of color to access, navigate, and thrive in private education. Independent schools do not accurately represent the overall Los Angeles population, where over 70% of residents are people of color.


There is work to be done! Zinn Ed offers collaborative school placement, educational consulting, and DEIA support for families, schools, nonprofits, and companies. Because identifying inequity is only the beginning.


At The Onyx Movement (OM), we have designed uniquely integrative consulting services and wellness retreats, the only of their kind, for educators, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accountability (DEIA)  practitioners, consultants, and anyone wanting to deepen the work of social responsibility within public and private schools, and in corporate and non-profit spaces.

OM’s supportive and reflective consulting and retreat experiences inspire individuals to recharge, rejuvenate, and (re)connect to self and others.


School Me: What You Think You Know But Don’t About Black Student Experiences in Elite Schools

“School Me” embarks on a revealing journey into the diverse experiences of Black students in elite independent schools. The authors delve into the rich legacies and histories that have shaped these students’ educational paths, blending past insights with present realities. This book is more than a collection of narratives; it is a comprehensive guide designed to offer insight into a wide array of stakeholders.

Coming Soon!


Collette Bowers Zinn formerly hosted the eRaced podcast with Lisa Johnson, featuring exclusive interviews and thought-provoking conversations on what it means to thrive despite being marginalized.