Announcing the 2026 SEF Research Fellows: Advancing Education Opportunity Across the South

The Southern Education Foundation is proud to announce the selection of seven 2026 SEF Research Fellows, a distinguished cohort of scholars and practitioners committed to advancing education justice across the South.

Selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants, this year’s Fellows represent a diverse group of thinkers and leaders whose work spans education policy, leadership, and opportunity. Together, they bring deep expertise and a shared commitment to improving educational outcomes for students, particularly those from historically marginalized communities.