About Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D.

Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. is the Founder of the Leading Equity Center and host of the Leading Equity Podcast. With over 11 years in education, he has served as a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education. 

Dr. Eakins has a passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools. He has earned a B.S. degree in Social Science Education, an M.S. degree in Educational Leadership, and a Ph.D. in K-12 Education.

Show Highlights

• The importance of student empowerment
• Supporting students after George Floyd’s murder
• Social Justice Affinity Groups
• Beyond “safe spaces”
• The Advocacy Room: An affinity space for student voices

Connect with Sheldon

Twitter: @sheldoneakins

Instagram: @sheldoneakins

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