Research for Action (RFA) seeks to use research as the basis for the improvement of educational opportunities and outcomes for traditionally underserved students. Our work is designed to strengthen public schools and postsecondary institutions; provide research-based recommendations to policymakers, practitioners and the public at the local, state and national levels; and enrich the civic and community dialogue about public education.

Education

Research for Action

Dr. Kate Callahan

Alyn Turner

Saxon Nelson

Dequendre Bertrand

Myrteny Metzger

Alison Murawski

The Research Team at Research for Action conducts rigorous studies aimed at improving educational opportunities and outcomes for underserved students. They design, execute, and analyze research projects that inform policy and practice at the local, state, and national levels. Their work includes generating research-based recommendations and contributing to the civic and community discourse on public education.

Research Team

This department manages the organization’s financial planning, reporting, and analysis activities.

Finance Division

The Policy and Communications Team at Research for Action (RFA) works to translate research findings into actionable policy recommendations and effectively communicate these insights to key stakeholders, including policymakers, practitioners, and the public. They focus on enhancing community dialogue about public education and advocating for evidence-based improvements to educational opportunities and outcomes for underserved students.

Policy and Communications Team

The Leadership Team at Research for Action (RFA) orchestrates the organization's strategic direction and ensures the effective execution of its mission. Comprising the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Statistician, Chief Financial Officer & Managing Director, and Interim Chief Research Officer, this team integrates operational management, advanced statistical research, financial oversight, and strategic research initiatives to optimize educational outcomes for underserved students and influence public education policies.

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Research Team

Finance Division

Policy and Communications Team

Leadership Team

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Research for Action

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Research Team

Finance Division

Policy and Communications Team

Leadership Team

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