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Who We Are

EdTrust in Texas advocates for an equitable education for Black and Latino students and students from low-income backgrounds across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Texas students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

Midwest

Our mission is to close the gaps in opportunity and achievement that disproportionately impact students who are the most underserved, with a particular focus on Black and Latino/a students and students from low-income backgrounds.

New York

EdTrust–New York is a statewide education policy and advocacy organization focused first and foremost on doing right by New York’s children. Although many organizations speak up for the adults employed by schools and colleges, we advocate for students, especially those whose needs and potential are often overlooked.

Tennessee

EdTrust-Tennessee advocates for equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Tennessee students and families as we work alongside them for the future they deserve.

West

EdTrust–West is committed to dismantling the racial and economic barriers embedded in the California education system. Through our research and advocacy, EdTrust-West engages diverse communities dedicated to education equity and justice and increases political and public will to build an education system where students of color and multilingual learners, especially those experiencing poverty, will thrive.

Louisiana

The Education Trust in Louisiana works to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in the Louisiana’s schools. We work alongside students, families, and communities to build urgency and collective will for educational equity and justice.

Texas

EdTrust in Texas advocates for an equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Texas students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

Massachusetts

The Education Trust team in Massachusetts convenes and supports the Massachusetts Education Equity Partnership (MEEP), a collective effort of more than 20 social justice, civil rights and education organizations from across the Commonwealth working together to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in our state’s schools.

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Events

In our mission to advocate for a high-quality education for all students, pre-K through college, EdTrust hosts events to inform, empower, and learn from policymakers, educators, advocates, and families.

Here, you can learn about our upcoming events or browse through our past events for summaries, videos, and related materials.

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05 Aug

Supporting and Sustaining a Diverse Teacher Workforce

EdTrust and the Learning Policy Institute (LPI) held a webinar on why teacher diversity matters now more than ever and what policymakers, advocates, and education leaders must do to protect and strengthen it

20 May

female math student writing mathematical formulas on a white board

Math Matters: Don’t Count Us Out

In May 2026, EdTrust, as the culmination of the work of its Math Learning Network, held a panel discussion with advocates and practitioners to discuss equity in math, and what it looks like

14 Nov

Capitol building

Act Now! How to Advance Your Education Priorities During the Presidential/Gubernatorial Transition

What’s your plan to engage the presidential or gubernatorial transition team?

16 Oct

Woman shopping for groceries at the vegetable aisle

SNAP for College Students: Finding Solutions for Food Insecurity

EdTrust, TICAS, TSC, and SHEEO hosted a webinar featuring GAO to support the 4 million college students experiencing food insecurity to get SNAP benefits.

23 May

Superintendents of Color Leading with Excellence

When it comes to school leadership, Black female superintendents are still under-represented in the educator workforce. And yet, they lead with excellence in the face of continuous racial barriers and constraints.

20 May

Webinar 5

Communication for Fierce Advocacy: Developing and Leveraging Relationships with Reporters

17 Apr

Can't Be Erased: An Event to Rally Against Book Bans and Curriculum Censorship Register, Wednesday, April 17, 2024, 6 PM ET

Can’t Be Erased: Rallying Against Book Bans and Curriculum Censorship

15 Apr

Webinar 4

Communication for Fierce Advocacy: How to Leverage Your Social Media for Advocacy

25 Mar

Webinar 3

Communication for Fierce Advocacy: How to Be an Effective Media Spokesperson

04 Mar

See You in Austin at SXSW EDU

SXSW EDU 2024