EdforRward
Data, Policy and Rural Schools
Who We Are
EdforRward, the extra “R” is for Rural
We are a research-driven non-profit bridging data, policy and lived experience in rural Education.
Mission
Our mission is to make rural education more visible, understandable, and actionable through data, research, and storytelling.
Vision
We envision a future where rural public schools are no longer overlooked, and where the voices of students, families, educators, and communities are amplified to shape more equitable and context-responsive education systems.
Projects
Data Dashboard
Our data dashboards translate public education data into accessible and context-rich insights on rural public schools for data-informed decision making. We aim to highlight patterns and trends that matter for rural students, educators and communities.
Policy Briefs
Our policy briefs synthesize research, data, and policy developments to provide clear, concise insights on issues affecting rural education. We focus on making complex policy discussions more understandable and relevant to rural contexts.
View Policy Briefs
Rural Voices
Rural Voices centers the lived experiences of students, families, and educators in rural communities. This project amplifies perspectives that are often missing from data and policy conversations.
Explore Stories
Our BOARD MEMBERS
Naichen Zhao
Founder & Executive Director
PhD Candidate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
Email: nzhao@edforrward.org
Jing Dong
Technology & Data
BA in Computer Science
Email: jdong@edforrward.org
Fayaz Amiri
Strategy Advisor
PhD in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
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