SXSW EDU 2026: Demanding Diversity When Diversity is Illegal

Brown’s Promise, an initiative of SEF, is proud to present a robust conversation at SXSW EDU 2026: “Demanding Diversity When Diversity is Illegal.”

The session features:

• Elizabeth Horton Sheff, living legacy of the landmark Sheff v. O’Neill case
• Dr. Raul Fernandez, racial justice scholar and organizer
• Raymond Pierce, President and CEO of the Southern Education Foundation

Together, they will examine the legal, historical, and social barriers to school integration and explore strategies for advancing fair education in an era of retrenchment.

Join us to learn from history, understand the ongoing challenges, and hear practical insights for creating inclusive, opportunity-rich schools across the South and the nation.

Learn more about SXSW EDU 2026 and the session