Sherdren Burnside

Sherdren Burnside’s professional experience spans over 30 years of service in education, community development, and non-profit management. Burnside is an initiator who is particularly effective in new and emerging environments. She has served as the founding director of several non-profits. Prior to becoming Dirctor of Posse New Orleans, Burnside taught English in Jefferson Parish Public Schools and Delgado Community College. She also leads a faith-based non-profit and is an anti-racist organizer and trainer. She earned her B.A. from Loyola University, New Orleans and M.Ed. from Teachers College, Columbia University.