Education Equity
Working to protect the civil rights of all students in America — regardless of background or zip code
All students are capable of high achievements and deserve adequate and equitable resources to help them attain that goal.
The Education Fund’s educational equity program seeks to transform American public education so that all young people can access responsive, welcoming, and resourced schools that prepare them for college and careers. We also work to ensure students have equal opportunity to higher education and aim to transform education decision-making so that diverse voices are at the table.
Our approach is rooted in our experience working with partners and policymakers at the national level, and community leaders and parents at the state and local levels. Our strategies include engaging and sustaining state and local civil rights leaders and other like-minded partners; influencing public debates through educational materials, convenings, and communications strategies; and informing legislative and executive action around federal education laws.
Educational equity is a civil and human right.
Recent Resources
Published by The Leadership Conference Education Fund in collaboration with member organizations of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights
Latest News
Civil Rights Leaders Detail Stakes for Diversity in Higher Education, SCOTUS Challenges to Affirmative Action
National Poll Shows Majority Believes Affirmative Action in Higher Education Is Essential, Must Be Protected by the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — The Leadership Conference Education Fund today released the results of a national survey exploring people’s opinions on affirmative action, diversity, and opportunity in higher education. The survey, commissioned by The Education Fund and conducted by NORC at the University of Chicago, found that a majority of people in America believe that diverse college and university campuses are beneficial to students, college admissions should take into account a student’s whole story, and the U.S. Supreme Court must protect affirmative action.
Take Action
Every student deserves a safe, inclusive, and resourced education that is free from discrimination. Here are a few ways to make your voice heard in the movement for education equity.
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Learn more about our work to promote educational equity by contacting our team.
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