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.

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.

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.

George Bowles

Editor/Writer

George Bowles (they/them) is an editor/writer at EdTrust. Prior to joining the EdTrust team, George was the communications and operations manager at Pacific Pride Foundation, an LGBTQ+ nonprofit based in Santa Barbara, California where they wrote, copyedited, and published all the organization’s external communications many of which encompassed LGBTQ+ accessibility and visibility within the Santa Barbara public school system. They have previously worked on progressive, grassroots political campaigns such as Sean Perryman’s campaign for Virginia Lt. Governor.

George holds a bachelor’s degree from George Washington University in English Literature with a minor in Journalism and Documentary Film.

Weaknesses

I love pop music (specifically Charli XCX), Love Island UK, and purchasing books when there are already plenty of unread books on my shelves.

Fun things outside of work

In my free time, I love to read, watch movies, and write.

What drew you to education

What drew me to education is the importance that education has in shaping people’s futures, careers, and passions. I began my journey with education through advocating for the acceptance and support of LGBTQ+ students within Virginia Public Schools, and later helped organize Santa Barbara County’s PROUD Prom: an event that celebrates LGBTQ+ students within Santa Barbara County, CA.