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.

Iyana Moore

Communications Assistant Director

Iyana leads media strategy, press outreach, and engagement for the Higher Education team. Before joining EdTrust, she served as press secretary for DC Public Schools and associate director of strategic communications at KABOOM! leading communications for their multi-partner national initiative to end playspace inequity.

Iyana holds a bachelor’s degree in business communication from Stevenson University, a master’s degree in organizational communications from Bowie State University, and a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

Superpower/Secret Talent

I have a 500+ and counting streak on Duolingo.

What drew you to education?

Education is the foundation of opportunity. Growing up, I saw firsthand how access to quality education — or lack thereof — can shape and change the trajectory of a person’s future.

Why are you passionate about working at EdTrust?

I’m passionate about centering and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities to help bridge opportunity gaps and drive awareness to the necessary policies needed to initiate change.