Announcement:
Introducing the Nellie Mae Foundation Speakers Bureau 2025-2026 Cohort:
George "Chip" Greenidge, Jr. & 10 other education & social justice leaders in New England who are committed to advancing racial equity in the public education system.
JOIN THEM & BOOK THEM to speak at your organization or school today !!!!!
Introducing the Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Speakers Bureau
The Nellie Mae Speakers Bureau is a respected group of New Englanders leading work to advance student outcomes and shift the experience of public schools for the better. The Bureau includes youth and community organizers, educators, parents, and advocates who offer a unique variety of perspectives on equity, community and youth voice, student-centered learning, and more.
Meet the Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Speakers Bureau 2025-2026 Cohort
Over the past several years, the Nellie Mae Education Foundation has welcomed a new cohort of education leaders into our Speakers Bureau community. This year, we are thrilled to officially announce and welcome the 2025-2026 cohort of speakers who are committed to advancing racial equity in the public education system. At a time when both learning and teaching is under threat, their voices are more important than ever. This year’s cohort brings together experts from across the region committed to fighting for an equitable education system for all students. The cohort is a respected group of education, youth, and community leaders who are leading the effort to dismantle structural racism and implement more equitable solutions in our education system. They each have unique backgrounds and different perspectives to offer, but are all committed to helping students thrive.
Welcome to the 2025-2026
Nellie Mae Speakers Bureau Cohort!
For too long, the people who have experienced the worst injustices in public education have been systematically left out of the decision-making process. The Nellie Mae Speakers Bureau seeks to amplify the voices of students, parents, community advocates, and educators. We share the promise and reality of New Englanders to draw attention to issues impacting students and schools, as well as point to what’s working. Their stories and insights shine a light on pain points and promises. We could not be more excited and thrilled about this new cohort of diverse thought leaders with the passion, expertise, and fortitude to shape the education ecosystem.
We encourage you to consider engaging with a member of the Speakers Bureau.
Learn how young people have campaigned for a more culturally relevant curriculum and civics studies in their education. Hear from parents who are working with families to insert their voices into school and district decision-making. See how a flipped classroom promotes ownership over student learning, and how district and community partnerships can create internship and extracurricular opportunities for students to thrive in school and beyond.
Ensuring all students have access to an excellent public education requires the collaboration of educators, families, communities, and students to prepare all young people for successful futures. The Nellie Mae Speakers Bureau is for all audiences interested in championing efforts that challenge the notion that race, ethnicity, class, geography, or any other sociocultural factor would predict whether a child receives a high-quality education or their experience in the classroom and beyond. https://nmefoundation.org/speakers-bureau/
Book George R. Greenidge, Jr. to speak at your organization or school:
You can book me using this form through the Nellie Mae Foundation and also contact me at:
George R. Greenidge, Jr.
Founding Executive Director
Greatest MINDS
Email: george.greenidge@gmail.com
Cell phone: 857.312.6340
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About the Nellie Mae Foundation:
The Nellie Mae Education Foundation (NMEF) is committed to using our resources and platform as a philanthropic institution to confront the barriers that prevent equal access to opportunities and ensure every child–regardless of their background–has access to an excellent education that prepares them to live a life of their choosing and thrive in community. The success of New England’s families and communities depends on a public education system where all of our students have the resources, supports, and opportunities they need to be successful.
About the Nellie Mae Education Foundation Speakers Bureau:
The Nellie Mae Speakers Bureau is a respected group of New Englanders leading work to advance student outcomes and shift the experience of public schools for the better.
The Bureau includes youth and community organizers, educators, parents, and advocates who offer a unique variety of perspectives on equity, community and youth voice, student-centered learning and more. https://nmefoundation.org/speakers-bureau/
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