Community participation drives SXSW EDU forward.
Learn more about current opportunities for you and your organization to get involved at the 2026 event, including applications to speak, compete, exhibit, and lead networking events.
It's Not Magic, It's Science - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Rob Santos
In everything we do, we aim to elevate the voices and leadership of those working to improve the learning landscape. So we rely on you, our community, to help make SXSW EDU a destination for cross-collaboration, idea-sharing, and inspiration.
Explore the various opportunities available for you and your organization to get involved at the 2026 event.
Enter your session idea for SXSW EDU 2026 in PanelPicker®, the official online, crowd-sourced platform that allows the community to have a say in shaping the content of SXSW EDU conference programming through a two-part online process.
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From Daunting to Doable - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Edward Bennett
Apply to the Launch Startup Competition, where early-stage education startups have a chance to compete in a live, fast-paced pitch competition.
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Launch Startup Competition - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Andy Wenstrand
Submit a proposal to the Student Impact Challenge, where high school students can showcase their solutions to the most pressing social, economic, and environmental challenges.
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Student Impact Challenge - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Chris Saucedo
Submit a narrative or documentary film exploring critical topics impacting education around the world. SXSW EDU celebrates the power of film with powerful screenings and Q&A discussions with filmmakers and participants.
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“UNTAPPED: Closing America's Opportunity Gap” Screening - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Ozzie Bloom
Share your knowledge and expertise one-on-one and in group conversations with SXSW EDU attendees by applying to become a mentor.
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Mentor Session - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Heather Westmoreland
Texas high school students enrolled as of March 6, 2026, are invited to submit short films under 5 minutes that they have directed and produced to the Texas High School Student Shorts program.
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"Making Waves - The Rise of Asian America" Screening - Photo by Ken Eke
Exhibiting at the Expo is the perfect marketing opportunity to build brand awareness. Showcase what's next and new and connect with thousands of education stakeholders.
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Expo - SXSW EDU 2025 - Photo by Virginia Hernandez
Activations
Put your brand in front of those who matter most. With interactive, creative and inspiring experiences, you can bring your brand to life, and capture the attention of influential SXSW EDU attendees.
Mixers, Socials, & Parties
We take the “work” out of “networking.” SXSW EDU mixers, socials, and parties can hype up your brand in a more casual setting. Choose from the highly anticipated evening events or host a party of your very own.
Programs
Explore the opportunities that spark conversations across education sectors through unique programming elements like the Launch Startup Competition, Film program, Podcast Stage and Student Impact Challenge.
Advertising
Reach education professionals and other key figures in the industry through unique branding and advertising opportunities. With options for both physical and digital media, promoting your brand has never looked so good.
Partner Programming
Join the conference program by hosting a session, workshop, meet up or other format to share the latest work from your organization with the changemakers at SXSW EDU.