OUR APPROACH
Thinking. And doing. A hand-in-hand approach to better governance and richer partnerships.
We drive change through four key strategic interventions:
Analyzing & diagnosing challenges
We rely on expertise, not abstract theories, to truly understand the complex challenges facing government and all of the individuals it serves.
Designing & innovating solutions
Through deep analysis, we design and test solutions that are rigorous, responsive to local context, and data-driven—informed by on-the-ground experience.
Building partnerships & infrastructure
Our work builds the capacity of partners to implement research, policy, and operations insights themselves—whether it means building new infrastructure where none exists or forging partnerships towards impact.
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Changing public dialogue
When it comes to real solutions for complex problems, we cut through the noise and intervene with grounded data when public conversations demand insights to drive progress.
Our Areas of Emphasis
Promoting Opportunity
We work to enhance institutional equality and build partnerships and infrastructure to unleash opportunity for all communities.
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Optimizing Government & Institutions
We take a data-driven approach to improve productivity and performance, and prepare future leaders for effective public service.
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Advancing Justice
We support a fair and efficient justice system, implementing evidence-based initiatives to prevent crime, enhance public safety, and make the system more equitable.
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Partnership Yields Progress
Our mission depends on strong partnerships with government agencies and community-based organizations, nonprofit and philanthropic organizations, and private-sector support.