Missing Misters: Diversifying the Teaching Profession

Recorded live at the 2025 ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego, this powerful conversation features Curtis Lewis, Founder & CEO of the Black Male Educators Alliance; Chimere Stephens, Senior Director of Recruitment at NYC Men Teach/NYC Public Schools; and Marvin Lynn, Dean & Professor at the University of Colorado Denver. Moderated by Carlos Moreno, Co-Executive Director of Big Picture Learning.

The panel explores one of the most pressing challenges in education today: the urgent need to increase the representation of men—especially men of color—in the teaching profession. From addressing longstanding systemic barriers to highlighting community-based solutions and policy innovations, these leaders share proven strategies for recruitment, development, and retention. Whether you're an educator, policymaker, or advocate, this session offers bold ideas and practical pathways for building a more diverse and inclusive teaching workforce.