Welcome to the Movement!

Roots of Change is not your average education conference.

This is an international convening of Black men and women educators, leaders, scholars, and community builders—gathering to share wisdom, uplift one another, and radically reimagine the future of education.

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What to Expect

  • Keynote speakers from across the nation

  • Intergenerational fireside chats

  • Panels on policy, pedagogy, and praxis

  • Live performances, poetry, and storytelling

  • Vendor marketplace and networking spaces

  • Special events for youth, allies, and partners

Who Should Attend

  • Black male educators, past and present

  • Women educators & scholars doing work alongside Black men

  • Scholars of education, race, and equity

  • Teacher prep programs & residency leaders

  • School and district leaders

  • HBCU students and faculty

  • Community organizations

  • Aspiring educators and youth

Why It Matters

Despite our critical role in classrooms and schools, Black male educators represent less than 2% of the teaching force in the U.S.

This conference confronts that reality head-on—by centering our narratives, exploring our challenges, and amplifying our genius.

Together, we will:

  • Elevate our contributions to the field

  • Build a collective network of support

  • Create actionable blueprints for change

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