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Augustus Mays | What the Department of Education Is Really For
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- Jul 24, 2025
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Summary
This week, we're joined by Augustus Mays, Vice President of Partnerships and Engagement at The Education Trust, for a powerful conversation about equity, opportunity, and the systems that shape young people's lives. A longtime leader in education policy, Augustus draws from both personal experience and professional expertise to advocate for students who have been historically underserved. We talk about the legacy of civil rights legislation, the evolving role of the U.S. Department of Education, and why resource equity is key to ensuring every child–not just a lucky few–can thrive. Along the way, Augustus shares how his father's early lessons shaped his purpose, how joy and justice go hand in hand, and what keeps him hopeful in the face of setbacks. Connect with August Mays and EdTrust: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/augustus-mays-35098222a/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edtrust Twitter: https://x.com/EdTrust Threads: https://www.threads.net/@edtrust Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edtrust/ 🎥 Watch This Helps YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Mr.MarlonMorgan ! 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast! Instagram: @thishelpspodcast For business: [email protected] 🔗 Stay connected with the podcast host, Marlon Morgan, Founder & CEO of Wellness Together Instagram: @mrmarlonmorgan LinkedIn: Marlon Morgan 📢 Know someone extraordinary who should be featured on This Helps? Visit https://www.thishelpspodcast.com/joinus and tell us all about it. 📓 FREE online mental health training at our Wellness Education Lab. WELLNESS EDUCATION LAB™ (WEL) is practical and empowering online mental health training. Each module offers three different versions for three unique audiences: students (13+), parents/guardians, and educators/school staff. Parents/guardians modules ar…