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.