Welcome to Echoes of Excellence 2025, a powerful tribute to more than two decades of the Southern Education Leadership Initiative (SELI). This commemorative issue uplifts the voices, victories, and visionary leadership of SELI alumni and partners who continue to shape the fight for education justice across the South and beyond. From reflections on landmark milestones to bold perspectives on what’s next, this magazine honors the legacy of SELI—past, present, and future.
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