The decision affirms SEF’s vital role in advancing educational opportunity and civil rights in the South. Court orders SEF’s Equity Assistance grant reinstated
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Miles to Go: The Road to Education Justice The 2025 SEF Issues Forum
Join us November 4–6, 2025, in New Orleans as we explore education justice in the South—past, present, and future. SEF’s signature convening will bring together leaders from across the region to reflect, share, and build. Save the date and submit a proposal or paper.
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The fight for educational justice is far from over. Learn why the rollback of desegregation efforts threatens civil rights progress across the South, as outlined in the federal Civil Rights Act of 1964. SEF President Raymond Pierce Joins CNN to Address Civil Rights Rollbacks in Education
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'Miles To Go' report Why education disparities for Black students must be addressed
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Building on 157 years of leadership
The Southern Education Foundation is a research, policy, advocacy and leadership development organization that works to advance education opportunity for underserved students.
Founded in 1867 as the Peabody Fund, we are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to advancing more equal education policies and practices, especially for students of color and from low-income families. Today, we also provide direct services for educators, school districts, and states.