Sydney Lewis is the Director of Equity and Inclusion at Newtown Friends School. She is a dedicated and passionate DEI professional with extensive experience fostering positive and inclusive environments across various educational and community settings. With over a decade of leadership in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIJB), Sydney has played a pivotal role in crafting strategic initiatives that enhance cultural competence and inclusivity. Sydney holds a Bachelor’s in African Studies and Hispanic Languages and Literature from the University of Pittsburgh, a Master of Arts in Teaching, and a Diversity and Inclusion Certificate from Cornell University. In addition to her current role, Sydney has a rich background in education and administration, having worked as a classroom teacher, youth program coordinator, Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator for the City of New Orleans, and Principal at Two Dimensions Prep Academy Charter School. A dynamic public speaker and an advocate for various causes, Sydney is deeply involved in civic and community engagement, serving as a former board member for the Commonwealth Youthchoirs and volunteering with numerous local organizations. She is passionate about creating and sustaining inclusive spaces where all individuals can thrive.
