Tomorrow,
there'll be more of us.
Build with thousands of educators and advocates in our beloved community.
EduColor advances
culture, pedagogy, and community
for every educator.
We aspire towards a more just and inclusive society where culturally responsive teachers can provide a high-quality education for every child and every community. It doesn't just show up in our values of equity, pedagogy, and agency. We also do this through our pillars of community building, resource development, and teacher leadership.
We're not just responsive to culture.
We're moving the culture forward.
LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT WE DO
We build community.
Hundreds of educators, advocates, policymakers concerned citizens across the continent have trusted EduColor over the years to elevate their work. Here's why.
Experience and Expertise
Our working group collectively has over 75 years of experience in the education field, mostly serving in classrooms across the country.Principled Action
We actively engage communities on and off-line to meet shared goals in our work.An Ethics of Justice and Care
Wherever two or more of us are gathered, we hold ourselves accountable to meeting people where they are and moving everyone towards a shared humanity.
We do the work.
Over the last decade, we've done digital and grassroots work to elevate students, schools, and communities.EduColor Community
Join us on our online platform where we cultivate on/off-line community along with book clubs and other special offerings!
Take Part
HEAL Collaborative
Our collaborative two-week summer professional learning experience focuses on histories of education activism that now features year-round programming.
Read Up
EduColor Summit
Our summit brings together some of the most innovative and community-centered educators from across the country virtually.
Attend
EduColor + TED-Ed
A partnership to elevate more voices from educators of color and ensure that their ideas take center stage in their schools, districts, and everywhere else
Stand Up
WeBuildEDU
Advances the ideas from thousands of educators of color across the country about the path forward with racial and social justice and students at the core of their work
Say Your Part
Truth Matters for Students
developed free toolkits for school communities to push for an inclusive education towards a shared humanity
Talk Back
We actively listen and engage.
Read from some of our most engaged partners and members about our collective work.
“EduColor has been an essential voice in our movement to protect, promote and strengthen public education. Their vision for racial justice, equity, and liberation through public education is clear-eyed, righteous and worthy of, our students, communities and educators.”Rebecca (Becky) PringlePresident
National Education Association
EduColor has emerged as a beacon of hope in the education landscape, consistently championing the cause of equitable education. Their tireless efforts to amplify marginalized voices, advocate for inclusive practices, and challenge systemic barriers have resonated deeply with educators and advocates alike.Peggy BrookinsPresident and CEO
National Board of Professional Teaching Standards
EduColor's work is inspirational. Vilson is a visionary and I’m so grateful to be walking through the world watching change being made!”Jacqueline WoodsonBest-Selling Author and MacArthur Fellow
EduColor is an organization moving the teaching profession and our society forward. EduColor's attention to democracy building and cultural relevance brings us ever closer to a shared humanity.Heather HardingExecutive Director
Campaign for Our Shared Future
As a long-time partner with EduColor, I have immense respect and gratitude for their leadership in centering the experiences of teachers of color. EduColor not only offers timely and best-in-class virtual and in-person professional development but they also host a supportive community that builds coalitions for educational equity and justice.Steph NgDirector of Programs
TED-Ed
We really see each other.
Our world-famous hoodies and apparel are a must-have throughout the school year. They're a good reminder of our purpose and work, and we wear it proudly. (Available in child, baby, and adult sizes along with stickers, mugs, and other accessories.)
