Secretary

Term Dates

2025-2028

Professional Bio

Dr. Shereé Bielecki, Ed.D., M.Ed., is the Department Chair of Community Psychology & Leadership at Pacific Oaks College, where she oversees the BA in Community Psychology, BS in Business Administration, and MA in Organizational Leadership & Management programs. With over 25 years of experience in K–12 and higher education, she has served as a teacher, mentor, program coordinator, and administrator in public, charter, private, and religious schools, as well as in higher education. Dr. Bielecki earned her Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership from Pepperdine University, focusing her dissertation on Photovoice as a reflective pedagogy to enhance student engagement and self-awareness in undergraduate community psychology courses. She integrates participatory action research methods, particularly Photovoice, into her teaching, research, and consulting to amplify marginalized voices and foster community-based learning. In addition to her academic leadership, Dr. Bielecki is an active member of the Society for Community Research and Action (SCRA) and serves on its Executive Committee. She has presented nationally and internationally on topics such as social justice education, community engagement, and innovative instructional models. Her work extends beyond academia through her consulting business, Empowerment Through Equity Consulting, and her leadership in organizing community events, including cultural celebrations, public health fairs, and educational symposiums. She is dedicated to advancing equity, inclusion, and culturally grounded approaches in education, research, and community partnerships.

CP and Me

My journey into community psychology began with a deep passion for understanding the intersection of culture, equity, and collective well-being. As a Black American educator, I have witnessed firsthand how systemic inequities shape individual and community experiences. Community psychology offered me both a framework and a practice to address these disparities through collaboration, empowerment, and action. From my earliest teaching experiences to my current leadership role, I have sought to create spaces where diverse voices are valued and communities are active partners in shaping solutions. My research with Photovoice reflects this commitment, using storytelling and imagery to inspire dialogue, healing, and change. For me, community psychology is not just an academic discipline—it is a personal calling. It represents the possibility of transformative relationships between institutions and communities, where shared knowledge and collective action pave the way for justice and belonging.