Speakers

Hundreds of speakers with diverse backgrounds and expertise will take the stage at SXSW EDU to share their knowledge and challenge us to think critically about the future of teaching and learning.


Unraveling Myths About Critical Race Theory in Education - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Sofie Milton

ABOUT SPEAKERS

 

Thought leaders converge at SXSW EDU to provide professionals, at every stage of their career, with actionable learning, endless inspiration, and resonant insights through sessions and workshops. Speakers on the program offer expertise and cover issues across all thematic tracks and levels of education.

The majority of conference programming, including the speaker lineup, is fueled by PanelPicker®, the two-part online process that enables the community to lend their voice to the event. The submission process is now closed. Learn more about how to vote on your favorite sessions here.

For frequently asked questions and answers, check out the Speaker FAQ.

PAST SPEAKERS

Secretary Miguel Cardona

Miguel A. Cardona

U.S. Secretary of Education

Chris Evans photo by Jon Kopaloff / Getty Images

Chris Evans

Co-Founder

A Starting Point (ASP)

SXSW EDU 2022 Featured Speaker Chelsea Clinton

Chelsea Clinton

Vice Chair

Clinton Foundation

Yung Pueblo

Meditator, Writer, & Speaker

Yung Pueblo Inc.

Jacqueline Woodson

Author

Brown Girl Dreaming

Chris Jackson

Actor & Board Member

KultureCity

Kimberlé Crenshaw

Co-Founder & Executive Director

The African American Policy Forum

Geoffrey Canada

President

Harlem Children's Zone

SXSW EDU 2022 Keynote Priya Parker

Priya Parker

Facilitator & Author, The Art of Gathering

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Mark your calendars and get ready for SXSW EDU 2025 taking place March 3-6, 2025.

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