The Southern Education Foundation, founded in 1867 as the Peabody Fund, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equitable education policies and practices in the southern states. Through research, government affairs, advocacy, and leadership development, they work to elevate learning for low-income students and students of color. With a focus on K-12 and post-secondary education, they provide research-based solutions for policymakers and cultivate education leaders to create systemic change.
Supported by partners and donors, the Southern Education Foundation has made a significant impact in the education equity space, supporting over 200 school districts and education equity organizations since 2017. They have contributed 50 publications to the conversation on education equity and have developed over 280 leaders who are ready to address equity challenges in the education system. Committed to their mission, the Southern Education Foundation is dedicated to creating a more just education system in the southern states.
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