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.

Topic: Federal Advocacy

ESSA Waivers Done the Right Way: D.C.’s Request to Pause School Ratings

August 11, 2026 by Lynn C. Jennings, Ph.D

D.C.’s request to waive federal rules governing assessments and school accountability will ultimately improve the quality and integrity of its accountability system for all students, families, and schools

P-12

Advocacy

Opinion: Louisiana Is Becoming the Blueprint for Rolling Back Black Civil Rights

August 07, 2026 by Denise Forte

The damage caused by segregation did not disappear when the laws changed

Advocacy

Civil Rights and Disability Organizations’ Joint Statement in Opposition to Administration Efforts to Dismantle Head Start

August 06, 2026 by EdTrust

The Trump administration’s proposed changes to Head Start, if finalized, would dismantle the program from the inside out

P-12

Advocacy

Louisiana Cannot Turn Back the Clock on Civil Rights

August 04, 2026 by Tramelle Howard, J.D., Denise Forte

ET-Louisiana and Denise Forte Statement on the Ending of Desegregation Orders in Louisiana and What This Means Nationally

Advocacy

EdTrust Statement on Senate HELP Markup

July 30, 2026 by EdTrust

EdTrust expresses support for bills terminating illegal program transfers and improving our nation’s educational system for students and families

Advocacy

Joint Comment on Equity Assistance Centers

July 29, 2026 by EdTrust

Education and civil rights organizations submit joint public comment expressing concerns regarding the proposed rescission of regulations pertaining to the Equity Assistance Centers by the Department of Education

Advocacy

Joint Comment on Consolidated State Performance Report (CSPR) Data Collection

July 29, 2026 by EdTrust

Education and civil rights organizations submit joint public comment expressing concerns regarding the proposed removal of questions from the Consolidated State Performance Report (CSPR) by the Department of Education

Education Equity

Advocacy

Close up of sign outside of the Department of Education building in Washington DC

Accreditation Needs Reform. ED’s Forthcoming Proposed Rule Misses the Mark

July 23, 2026 by Robbie Ha

The Department of Education's forthcoming proposed rule on accreditation would weaken accountability, erode academic freedom, and expand political influence over higher education

Higher Education

Advocacy