Parental Advocacy for All, Together We Win.
Transformative Educational Support and Power for All Families and Learners.
About Empowerment Education Services
Our Mission
At Empowerment Education Services, we serve all students. We see families and children who deserve support, respect, and a fair chance to thrive. Our mission is to walk alongside parents and teach them how to step confidently into their inherent power as the true authority in their children's lives.
Parents Are the Authority
Nobody knows a child better than their family. School systems have administrators, but parents have the ultimate authority. We help you claim that space at every meeting, evaluation, and decision point.
Each One, Teach One
True community support happens when knowledge is shared. Our mission is to pass down practical, grounded advocacy tools to you, so you can stand strong and pass that knowledge along to help other families.
Carrying the Legacy Forward
Built on a 30-year foundation of grassroots family organizing and educational leadership, we help parents secure inclusive, fair learning environments where all children can achieve their full potential.
"Parental advocacy for all, together we win."
— Talibah Roberts, Founder
About our founder
Talibah Roberts is an educator and parent advocate with over 30 years of experience serving New York City’s public and charter school communities. As the founder of Empowerment Education Services, her life's work is centered on advancing educational equity and fostering meaningful family engagement, particularly within marginalized and underserved neighborhoods. Her professional background is supported by a steady commitment to learning. She is currently a Ph.D. student at Fordham University, specializing in Innovative Curriculum Development. She also holds three advanced degrees: a Master of Science in Human Resources and Leadership from Fordham University, a Master’s in Educational Administration from Mercy University, and a Master’s in English Education from Lehman College (CUNY), where she graduated with honors and distinction.
A Family Legacy of Parental Power
Talibah’s path is deeply rooted in a family tradition of grassroots advocacy. Raised in a Puerto Rican migrant family, she grew up understanding firsthand how to tap into parental power and advocacy. She watched her mother, Iris Milta Pizarro Cruz, work directly alongside the legendary community activist Dr. Evelina Antonetty.
In the 1970s, under Antonetty’s leadership at United Bronx Parents (UBP), Talibah’s mother taught her how to rally, mobilize, and fight for the rights of children. Their historic efforts helped organize Puerto Rican and Black parents to address systemic challenges, including racism, ableism, and institutional bias against Spanish-speaking students. Growing up surrounded by this movement instilled in Talibah a foundational truth: parents are the true authority in their children's lives.
Each One, Teach One: Practical Advocacy
While parents possess the ultimate authority, they sometimes do not know how to navigate complex school systems or advocate effectively for their children's rights. This is exactly what Talibah teaches. Following the principles of "each one, teach one," her true legacy is passing these advocacy tools down to the next generation of families so they can stand strong on their own.
Throughout her career, she has focused on bridging the gap between school systems and the homes they serve, with a special dedication to supporting English Language Learners and neurodivergent students. Her focus on family care extends beyond traditional classrooms; as the founder of Asthma Mom Inc, she previously built an initiative dedicated to supporting and advocating for children with asthma and their families as they navigated the school environment.
Today, through Empowerment Education Services, she continues to provide practical, grounded assistance to families. Whether she is reviewing IEP/504 data to help parents understand their rights, providing direct student coaching, or sharing student leadership frameworks with local school networks, her goal remains steady: to build inclusive, fair learning environments by teaching parents how to confidently use their power.
Professional Affiliations
To stay aligned with current educational research and advocacy practices, Talibah maintains active memberships with the following organizations:
- The Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates (COPAA) – Professional Member & Special Education Advocate
- Kappa Delta Pi (KDP) – International Honor Society in Education, Fordham University Chapter
- Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD) – Member
- American Educational Research Association (AERA) – Graduate Research Affiliate
our services
At Empowerment Education Services, we offer practical, grounded support to help you navigate the school system and put the authority back in your hands. We serve all families and all learners.
IEP & 504 Plan Reviews
If your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or a 504 Plan—or if you feel they need one—the paperwork and school jargon can be overwhelming. We sit down with you to review all school records, evaluations, and reports.
- Fee: $250 (Flat Fee)
- What you get: A clear, easy-to-understand breakdown of what your child is legally entitled to and a practical action plan to help you secure the right accommodations at your next school meeting.
Parent Coaching & Advocacy Training
You do not have to face complex school systems alone. We teach you how to prepare for high-stakes school meetings, ask the right questions, and hold administrators accountable.
- Fee: $100 / Hour (or a 4-session package for $350)
- What you get: Private, step-by-step guidance modeled on the principle of "each one, teach one." We give you the exact tools you need so you can confidently lead the conversation and stand strong for your child.
Learning Space Audits & Home Learning Centers
A child's success at school starts with a supportive structure at home. We audit your home environment and help you set up dedicated learning spaces or home learning centers that reduce distractions and make studying feel natural.
- Fee: $300 (Flat Fee)
- What you get: Hands-on help organizing a physical space tailored to your child’s needs, designed to promote focus, routine, and peace of mind for the whole family.
Executive Functioning for Families
We teach students and families the vital life habits that traditional classrooms often leave out, focusing heavily on time management, emotional regulation, and daily routines.
- Fee: $125 (Per 1-Hour Session)
- What you get: Practical strategies to improve organization, study habits, and independent daily routines, giving your child the tools to manage their own workload successfully.
¡Pa’lante! ™ Student Leadership Certificate Program
¡Pa’lante!® (Moving Forward) is our proprietary, trademarked student leadership curriculum designed to help students discover their voices, build resilience, and step into their potential as leaders. Upon completion, students are awarded an official leadership certificate.
- Fee: Custom Pricing based on scope
- What you get: We license and deliver this copyrighted certificate program directly to school networks, community organizations, and parent cohorts looking to build a sustainable culture of student self-advocacy and community responsibility.
Contact Us!
How can I help?
I understand that each student's situation and needs are unique to them. Tell me more about what you're looking for, and I will get back to you soon with some ideas.
Empowerment Educational Services
3482 Boston Rd, #690023 Bronx, NY 10469
© 2026 Empowerment Education Services. All Rights Reserved. The ¡Pa’lante!™ Student Leadership Certificate Program, including all associated curricula, lesson frameworks, leadership materials, and certificate designs, is the proprietary intellectual property of Talibah Roberts. Unauthorized use, reproduction, distribution, or duplication of these materials, concepts, or names without express written permission is strictly prohibited and protected under federal copyright and pending trademark laws.
This website uses cookies.
We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.