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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.

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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Topic: State Advocacy

Public Statement

The State of School Choice in Louisiana

September 25, 2026 by EdTrust-Louisiana

Statement from Tramelle Howard, J.D., State Director, EdTrust in Louisiana

A high school student studies information in her Precalculus textbook during class

Not Enough Michigan Students Have Access to Dual Enrollment Opportunities

September 22, 2026 by Kimberly Clarida, Charlotte Pierce

A state task force recently released recommendations on how to remove barriers and improve access so that more students can take advantage of the benefits of dual enrollment

Empty desks in a classroom

Massachusetts Cannot Solve Chronic Absenteeism if Students Are Afraid to Go to School

September 08, 2026 by Carolina Isabelle Machado

Students can’t learn if they’re afraid to go to school. Here’s why the PROTECT Act is essential to attendance, learning, and student well-being

Students We Serve

Public Statement

M-STEP Results Demonstrate Need for Urgent Action to Improve Outcomes for All Students

September 08, 2026 by EdTrust-Midwest

A group of college students, a girl and three boys. City buildings on the background, blurred

Building the Conditions for Student Success: An Advocacy Toolkit for State Policy and Institutional Action

September 08, 2026 by EdTrust

Despite the ongoing threats to diversity, equity, and inclusion, college DEI programs are important for students of color to feel like they belong

Higher Education

Social, Emotional and Academic Development

Press Release

Dr. Stacey Deering Named Manager of Partnerships and Engagement at EdTrust-Midwest

August 20, 2026 by EdTrust-Midwest

Op Ed

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

Public Statement

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

Three middle school students, one male and two female, discussing while holding laptops and tablets outdoors while other students play in the background

Protect Public Schools: An Advocacy Toolkit to Fight School Voucher Programs

August 03, 2026 by Emily Young, Nadia Torney

Here are resources communities can use to launch effective advocacy campaigns against school voucher programs

Education Equity