Contact

Who We Are

EdTrust in Texas advocates for an equitable education for Black and Latino students and students from low-income backgrounds across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Texas students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

Midwest

Our mission is to close the gaps in opportunity and achievement that disproportionately impact students who are the most underserved, with a particular focus on Black and Latino/a students and students from low-income backgrounds.

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.

Tennessee

EdTrust-Tennessee advocates for equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Tennessee students and families as we work alongside them for the future they deserve.

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.

Louisiana

The Education Trust in Louisiana works to promote educational equity for historically underserved students in the Louisiana’s schools. We work alongside students, families, and communities to build urgency and collective will for educational equity and justice.

Texas

EdTrust in Texas advocates for an equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Texas students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

Washington

EdTrust in Washington advocates for an equitable education for historically-underserved students across the state. We believe in centering the voices of Washington students and families as we work alongside them for the better future they deserve.

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.

Home – Topic – Advocacy – Federal Advocacy – Page 2

Topic: Federal Advocacy

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

Press Conference on Dismantling the Department of Education

March 11, 2025 by EdTrust

Highlights from a press conference held by EdTrust about a pending Executive Order to dismantle the Department of Education

Students We Serve

Students sitting at their desks in a classroom, a black male student at the foreground

Erasing Opportunity: How Trump’s Education Policies Harm Black College Students

March 10, 2025 by Iyana Moore

The Trump administration’s policies have reversed the advancements made, putting Black students at increased risk

Students We Serve

Higher Education

Social, Emotional and Academic Development

Linda McMahon being confirmed and sworn in as Department of Education Secretary

McMahon’s “Final Mission” Speech is Full of Lies About Education

March 05, 2025 by Carolyn Phenicie

Linda McMahon, Secretary of Education, calls for dismantling the Department of Education, the agency she is supposed to lead

Students We Serve

Stylized photo of the White House front building

Gutting the Department of Education Won’t Improve Education – But That’s Not the Goal

March 04, 2025 by Phil Martin

By eliminating the Department of Education, Trump is trying to scam every student and family in America

Higher Education

Stylized photo of the White House front building

The Senate Confirmation of Linda McMahon: A Dire Threat to America’s Students

March 03, 2025 by Augustus Mays

The Senate confirmation of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education marks a dangerous turning point for public education in America

Higher Education

Students We Serve

Illustration of a young boy of color looking at blocks in front of him that spell out autism in colored blocks

How Students With Disabilities Will Suffer if the Department of Education is Closed

March 03, 2025 by Eli Smolen

Dismantling the Department of Education will jeopardize the resources and supports students with disabilities need

Students We Serve

African American hand holding the United States flag

Teaching an Accurate and Honest History Could Make America Great

February 28, 2025 by Sharif El-Mekki

Only highlighting America’s triumphs isn’t patriotic. To truly love a country, we must see it and know US history for what it truly is

Social, Emotional and Academic Development

US Capitol building

When the Real Threat to Families, Students, and Communities Unfolds in the Shadows

February 19, 2025 by Wil Del Pilar, Ph.D.

Congress’ planned budget will negatively impact children, parents, low-income and rural families, and students across this country

Higher Education

The Majority of Students in the U.S. are Children of Color. Their Teachers Should Represent Them

The Majority of Students in the U.S. are Children of Color. Their Teachers Should Represent Them

February 18, 2025 by EdTrust

Statement from EdTrust on the Department of Education’s $600 Million Cuts to Teacher Training Grants

Students We Serve