On October 1, the AIR Equity Initiative will bring educators, policymakers, advocates, and experts together in #Atlanta to discuss what it will take to ensure every student has an equal opportunity to thrive. “Opportunities Reimagined” is more than a symposium – it’s a call to action. Hear from expert speakers and panelists as we work together to create a more equitable future for students in Atlanta and beyond. All are welcome to attend this free event. https://lnkd.in/eDi3jwzr
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Since 1946, the American Institutes for Research (AIR) has been advancing evidence to evolve systems, improve lives, and ultimately create a better, more equitable world. We are a nonprofit research and technical assistance institution working to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. Our experts in education, health, workforce, human services, and international development follow the evidence to find and apply solutions that will work. Our work helps policymakers make important decisions based on evidence, and we work with leaders, organizations, and communities to create more effective programs. We never stop digging to find what works and where we have more to learn.
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Updates
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Looking forward to this years' Global Youth Economic Opportunities Summit (#GYEOsummit) 🌏 We can't wait to connect with colleagues who also believe in the transformative power of #YouthEngagement and are seeking to empower young people to become thriving change-makers in their communities through evidence-based decision making. Stop by our booth to learn how we engage #youth and prioritize their voices in our monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) work. #ThrivingYouth #YouthPartners
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How can young people lead in #EdPolicy? AIR Equity Initiative managing director Terris Raiford Ross, Ph.D. joins the Children's Defense Fund Young People Lead podcast to discuss how youth can enact change in accessibility to #HigherEd for students of color and those with disabilities. https://lnkd.in/gtQB6JPb
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Nasima* and her family evacuated to the United States from Afghanistan under Operation Allies Welcome. As part of the AIR Equity Initiative-funded HEAR (Health Equity for Afghan Refugees) Project, AIR researchers recorded her perspectives and experiences over the first 2 years as she resettled in the U.S. Interviews like this one provide firsthand insights into how refugees' needs change throughout the resettlement process, and how policies and programs can support refugees in health care, social services, employment, education and community integration. More about the HEAR Project: https://lnkd.in/ggCwThnS
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As students and teachers head #BackToSchool, we're shining a spotlight on #educator #wellbeing. 💭 Educators feeling a sense of belonging, value, safety, and accomplishment in their school environment not only influences students' learning and #MentalHealth, but reduces burnout and turnover in the profession. A new resource from AIR's The Center on Great Teachers and Leaders explores strategies that schools and state leaders can use support educator wellbeing: https://lnkd.in/gfcyPJYk
“Educator wellbeing is not a static experience; rather, it is a dynamic process in which educators continuously encounter and perceive events, leverage individual skills and system supports to manage those events, and then evaluate the outcomes to determine how one feels, both in the short term and longer term.” Educator wellbeing is more than just a buzzword – it’s essential for the success of our schools and students. We’re thrilled to share our latest resource authored by Nicholas Yoder, Charrise Phillips Hollingsworth, PhD, and Cheryl Krohn. This comprehensive report delves into the complex factors affecting educator wellbeing and outlines six actionable steps state leaders can take to enhance wellbeing initiatives in their states. It also includes examples from a multistate community of practice focused on educator and student well-being. Explore the report and join us in prioritizing educator wellbeing: https://lnkd.in/gCPjkVXd
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More than 100,000 Americans need an organ transplant, and 17 Americans die every day while waiting for one. Through a new five-year contract, AIR will support the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSAgov), HHS in modernizing the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN). Our work to strengthen OTPN's transparency and efficiency will help enhance the process of how patients are matched, shorten wait times, address inequities, and improve transplant options. https://bit.ly/3MuS6MD
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#CommunityColleges are essential providers of the #education and training that people need to move into high-wage, high-demand careers. 💼 This #LaborDay, AIR #workforce experts Elizabeth Rutschow and Amy Feygin share key takeaways about what community colleges can learn from the success of #WorkforceDevelopment programs like Per Scholas, Year Up, and Project QUEST, Inc.. Their report identifies strategies like tailoring programs to #labor market needs, providing comprehensive student support, and prioritizing #workplace readiness skills that can be adapted to community college settings. See how: https://bit.ly/4dIvAMt
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Students learn better when they feel a sense of belonging at school. ❤ AIR's Laura Brady joins the PNAS Science Sessions podcast to discuss the challenges of creating culturally inclusive school environments, and why more schools should incorporate inclusive practices. https://lnkd.in/gQD9664M
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AIR managing director Brandy Farrar participated in the National Governors Association #PublicHealth Symposium this week. A joint effort of the NGA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the CDC Foundation, this symposium is a crucial call to action for fostering both health and economic vitality with the goal of discussing actionable strategies for healthier communities.
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Perfectly balanced, as all things should be 💫 #PetsOfAIR 📸: Arianna Caprioli
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