Ed Reformers Playbook: The Power of Movements

Higher education is at a crossroads, grappling with skyrocketing costs, financial and enrollment volatility, and a crisis of public trust. Against that backdrop, reformers and advocates must unite to tackle these urgent—and increasingly existential—challenges. Why do education reform movements succeed or fail? Join this panel of researchers, changemakers and advocates for a session on what it takes to create and maintain a movement, build momentum, and scale lasting change.

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Leslie Crutchfield

Georgetown University, Business for Impact

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Patrick Methvin

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation

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Joel Vargas

Jobs for the Future

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Yolanda Watson Spiva

Complete College America

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Format: Panel
Type: Session
Focus Area: Higher Education