June 2020

The Latest News and Information

from the American Institutes for Research

EDUCATION

Navigating Summertime Experiences During COVID-19

Summer can be a great time for children to explore their interests, continue learning, and have fun at out-of-school time camps and classes. But because of the coronavirus pandemic, this summer will be different for many children. To navigate this new normal, AIR youth development expert Deborah Moroney offers resources for program providers and parents.

INTERNATIONAL | HEALTH

Identifying Evidence-Based Practices to Prevent Youth Violence

The root causes of youth violence are similar in communities around the world, though prevention strategies differ. AIR conducted a global review of evidence on youth violence prevention in Latin America and the Caribbean, and Principal Researcher Patricia Campie has identified important takeaways for policymakers trying to address the issue. 

EDUCATION | HEALTH

Lessons from AIR’s Girls Inc. Study

Research demonstrates that out-of-school programming helps children learn, grow, and thrive, both in and out of school. But how do we know if specific programs achieve these goals? AIR researchers undertook an evaluation of Girls Inc.—an organization that provides comprehensive, research-based programs and activities for girls at sites across the U.S.—and answered a few questions about the project and how to help girls thrive.

WORKFORCE

The Workforce During and After COVID-19

With 23 million to 24 million people losing their jobs since the beginning of the pandemic, the workforce looks much different today than it did just a few months ago. In the latest AIR Informs podcast, AIR Vice President Irma Perez-Johnson discusses the road to economic recovery.

Using Evidence to Improve Lives: In a new video, AIR affirms its mission—to generate and use rigorous evidence that contributes to a better, more equitable world.

CEO Action Pledge for Diversity & Inclusion: AIR has joined this pledge to advance diversity, inclusion, and equity in the workplace.

Our mission is to generate and use rigorous evidence that contributes to a better, more equitable world

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