Dec 11th, 2025
Federal dollars once felt like the safest bet, but now the ground shifts constantly. Foundations, corporate partners, and major donors increasingly expect to see not just “we served 500 people,” but evidence of change: What shifted, for whom, and why it matters.
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The recent AEA conference was—like it always is—a great excuse to catch up with friends, swap stories, and remember why we love this work. But underneath the good vibes, there’s been a growing whisper the past few years: AEA is struggling a bit.
Read More »Oct 28th, 2025
When we say “start your IRB planning early,” we mean two things. First, give yourself enough time before your project launch to pull together a complete application and all the associated materials—your protocol, consent forms, recruitment language, and data management plan. This part is about logistics and avoiding last-minute scrambles.
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