What Sets Us Apart

Lead • Innovate • Amplify

Our distinct positioning springs from three pillars underpinned by our commitment to justice and our ability to leverage diversity of thought and expertise.

Lead in the Pursuit of Equity & Health Justice

Tailored Solutions for Diverse Communities:
We create and test culturally and context‑specific programs & solutions that honor each population’s strengths and challenges, ensuring equitable outcomes and long-term change.

Innovate Sustainable & Effective Solutions

Community Engagement:
We co‑design interventions with community organizations to ensure that programs address real-time needs, build local capacity, and foster sustainable development from the ground up.

Capacity‑Building for Professionals:
From hands‑on workshops to tailored technical assistance, we empower social workers and public health practitioners with the knowledge, skills, and tools they need to deliver impact.

Amplify the Value & Influence of Social Work

Innovative Research & Practice:
We lead cutting‑edge research that translates evidence into effective, field‑tested strategies that practitioners can implement locally.

Policy Influence:
Our data‑driven analysis and strategic partnerships shape health and social policies that improve equity and quality of life.

Learn More About Our Labs

From co-designing human-centered solutions and advancing health equity to building global partnerships and elevating social work leadership, our labs give us the space and creativity to collectively shape a more just and effective health landscape. Here we conduct rigorous research, collaborate as creative problem‑solvers and inventive builders, and cultivate leadership through co-creation.

Explore Our Labs