Dallas College District 7 Community Advisory Board (D7 CAB)
Led by Dr. Kesha O'Reilly, Trustee, Dallas College District 7
"Thriving starts with knowledge, sustains with health, and grows with work."
Your Voice. Our Community. One Purpose.
The Dallas College District 7 Community Advisory Board (D7 CAB) is a collaborative group of community leaders and engaged residents committed to strengthening communication between Trustee Dr. O'Reilly and the neighborhoods, families, and stakeholders she serves across Dallas College District 7.
The Dallas College D7 CAB is a volunteer board made up of trusted, engaged residents who help ensure our communities are informed, heard, and connected to educational and workforce opportunities supported through Trustee O'Reilly's role with Dallas College. While it does not shape policy, the board plays a vital role in amplifying voices and surfacing local priorities that matter most to residents and businesses alike.
Whether you're in South Dallas, Pleasant Grove, Oak Cliff, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Duncanville, Lancaster, Glenn Heights, Red Oak, Wilmer, or Hutchins, this board was created with your community in mind.
What is the D7 Community Advisory Board?
The Dallas College D7 CAB is not a policy-making group — it is a community engagement group. Its purpose is to serve as a two-way communication bridge between Trustee O'Reilly and the communities she represents.
Board members serve on behalf of the Trustee to help share important information with residents and businesses while also ensuring she receives meaningful input directly from the community — including individuals, families, educators, faith leaders, and business owners.
CAB members help:
- Gather community feedback, challenges, and opportunities
- Share news about Dallas College programs, scholarships, and workforce initiatives
- Inform residents about community events and services supported by Dallas College
- Engage with local businesses to understand their workforce needs and share resources that may support them through Dallas College
- Reinforce that Trustee O'Reilly is engaged, accessible, and advocating on behalf of the residents and businesses of Dallas College District 7
Why This Matters for Dallas College District 7
Too often, our communities miss out on resources not because they don't exist — but because the information doesn't reach the people who need it. The CAB helps:
- Collect feedback and concerns from Dallas College District 7 residents
- Share Dallas College programs, scholarships, and workforce initiatives
- Promote community events supported by the college
- Bridge communication between Dallas College and local businesses to expand workforce pipelines and community partnerships
- Support Trustee O'Reilly's outreach, listening, and engagement efforts
CAB members serve as trusted messengers — people who live or work in Dallas College District 7 and are already connected to their communities. With their help, we ensure that Dallas College's presence is felt where it matters most: in neighborhoods, households, businesses, and schools throughout the Dallas College District 7 area.
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for five (5) individuals who are:
- Actively engaged in one or more Dallas College District 7 communities
- Connected to networks in education, healthcare, workforce development, business, or community advocacy
- Known for being reliable, trustworthy, and community-focused
- Passionate about improving communication and connection across the Dallas College District 7 area
No formal title is required — just your commitment, perspective, and desire to make a difference.
What's Expected of CAB Members?
CAB members serve as ambassadors. They share, listen, and lead within their circles of influence. CAB members are expected to:
- Attend quarterly meetings (virtual or in-person)
- Help share Dallas College information with your networks
- Listen and gather feedback from the community
- Engage with local businesses to understand their workforce needs and share resources that may support them through Dallas College
- Serve as a visible and trusted community leader who helps connect Trustee O'Reilly with the concerns and priorities of Dallas College District 7 residents and businesses
Meet the Advisory Board
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Apply Now
Help shape the future of education, workforce readiness, and community engagement in Dallas College District 7.
We're looking for real people with real connections — whether you're a neighborhood leader, small business owner, educator, or simply someone who cares deeply about your community.
Questions? Contact us at drkeshaoreilly@gmail.com or (469) 801-9901.