Sharif Liwaru

Sharif Liwaru is an experienced educator and leader in equity and inclusion, currently serving as Senior Director of Equity & Family Partnerships at Northwest Regional Education Service District since July 2019. With a history of roles such as President & CEO of the Malcolm X Memorial Foundation and Director of Equity & Diversity at Omaha Public Schools, Sharif brings over two decades of expertise in fostering culturally responsive practices and equitable opportunities in education. Sharif is a Life Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and actively contributes to organizations like Cascade Alliance for Equity (CAFE) and Linked Inclusion Corporation. Educational qualifications include a Master of Public Administration from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and a Certificate in Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion from the University of South Florida Muma College of Business.