Annual Snapshots

Our research recognizes community expertise as a tool for change by anchoring the research justice framework—a belief that those who are most impacted by harmful conditions deserve to be at the forefront of transformative change. This year, our work informed policies at the local, state, and national levels while also shaping education and narrative strategies that support safe, dignified jobs for vulnerable communities.

From deeply-engaged research capturing the frontline experiences of low-wage workers, to fellowships that gave our young people hands-on paid organizing experience, to statewide collaborations that have expanded labor education and shaped worker-first policies—this year proved that we are at our strongest in solidarity with one another.