We are relentless advocates of educational justice for students across New York State — particularly those of color and those experiencing poverty
Equity-Driven
Data-Centered
Student-Focused
Driving Equity in Education
Through data analysis, research, and advocacy, we build awareness of education and racial equity gaps and drive policies that ensure all students in New York— particularly Black, Latinx, Native American, Asian American and Pacific Islander and those from low-income backgrounds — receive a high-quality, culturally sustaining education.
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Our Priorities
Building a Statewide Equity Narrative
Equipping Children and Families with what they Need to Thrive
Eliminating Barriers to Educational Opportunity
Holding Leaders Accountable for Student Success
The Latest From EdTrust-New York
New Report Finds Thousands of Qualified New York Students “Proficient and Passed Over” for Eighth Grade Algebra 1
The New York Equity Coalition, convened by EdTrust-New York, released a new report, Proficient and Passed Over: Disparities in Eighth Grade Algebra 1 Enrollment, showing that New York schools deny tens of thousands of academically prepared students access to eighth grade Algebra 1, an essential accelerated gateway to college and career success.
EdTrust-New York Backs Gov. Hochul’s Efforts to Defend Education Access for All Students, Regardless of Immigration Status
EdTrust-New York applauds Gov. Hochul’s leadership in advancing protections for undocumented students and defends every child’s right to a public education across New York State.
Testimony for New York City Council Committee on Education Fiscal Year 27 Preliminary Budget – Education
As the largest district in the state and nation, serving nearly 1 million students, New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is a key focus of EdTrust-New York’s commitment to advancing equity-focused educational efforts across the state. Such investments are even more critical this year due to federal funding cuts and attacks on critical educational equity programs. The following are our top priorities for the FY27 budget.
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EdTrust-NewYork believes that every student has the right to access a high-quality education that will allow them to live the life of their choosing, regardless of race, ethnicity, class, or identity. Join us in our effort to achieve education equity.
