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Community participation drives SXSW EDU forward.

Learn more about current opportunities for you and your organization to get involved at the 2025 event, including applications to speak, compete, exhibit, and lead networking events.


Moving Myths of India - Integrating Dance & Culture into Education - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Caleb Pickens

GET INVOLVED AT SXSW EDU

 

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 2025 event.

BE PART OF SXSW EDU 2025

All participation applications are now open. Be part of the future of teaching and learning.

PITCH YOUR STARTUP

Application Open Through October 25

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 2024 - Photo by Daniel Poe

Launch Startup Competition - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Daniel Poe

ENTER YOUR PROJECT

Application Open Through October 25

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 Winners - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Caleb Pickens

Student Impact Challenge Winners - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Caleb Pickens

SCREEN YOUR FILM

Application Open Through November 15

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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"Como Vivimos" Screening - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Sabrina Macias

EXHIBIT IN THE EXPO

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 2024 - Photo by Tico Mendoza

Expo - SXSW EDU 2024 - Photo by Tico Mendoza

Marketing Opportunities

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.

Special 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.

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