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.

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New Massachusetts Poll Finds That Students Who Need the Most Support Face the Steepest Barriers to Safety, Mental Health, and Regular Attendance

August 19, 2026 by EdTrust-Massachusetts

Parents report persistent disparities in safety, mental health, and attendance — including heightened concerns about school safety and immigration enforcement among multilingual families

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Social, Emotional and Academic Development

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Ushering in the Latest Wave of Ugly Racism

November 11, 2024 by Ameshia Cross

Racial aggression and hostile messages affect Black people’s mental health and stoke fear among the Black community.

Students We Serve

Social, Emotional and Academic Development

How Changing Racist Names of School Buildings and Mascots Affects School Climate

August 11, 2021 by Danielle Berry

For the past few years, the nation has been undergoing a racial reckoning. Among other efforts, this has resulted in many schools changing their names and mascots. Racist school and…

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Tag: school environment

New Massachusetts Poll Finds That Students Who Need the Most Support Face the Steepest Barriers to Safety, Mental Health, and Regular Attendance

Ushering in the Latest Wave of Ugly Racism

How Changing Racist Names of School Buildings and Mascots Affects School Climate