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The Institute for Justice and Well-Being - Advancing Equity through Community Schools

The Institute for Justice and Well-Being stands against systemic racism as we advance knowledge through scholarship and research, and educate ourselves and others in order to foster inclusivity, humility and empathy. The Institute is committed to developing, sharing and applying evidence that leads to the eradication of all forms of oppression and injustice.

Binghamton University faculty lead the Institute for Justice and Well-Being - Advancing Equity through Community Schools, a research institute that advances global health, progressive education and well-being for marginalized populations. The institute implements cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research and educational opportunities with communities and people across the lifespan and the globe.

The Institute for Justice and Well-Being - Advancing Equity through Community Schools was founded in 2009 at Binghamton University's College of Community and Public Affairs. As one of the most interdisciplinary research centers at the University, the institute fosters rich collaboration across University and community organizations. Our research associates span professions and disciplines including counseling, education, engineering, human development, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, psychology and social work.

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Hiding in Plain Sight.

The issues surrounding mental illness are extraordinarily complex; the risk factors are daunting, the economics bewildering, the politics contentious. Public policy, research, and education can help. But the most important step and often the most difficult one is to start talking about it. Through the broadcast of this film and the work that you are doing in your community, we can help to ignite this conversation. Register here

Opportunity for Research Funding.

The Office of the Provost launched an opportunity to support research addressing issues in a broad research interest related to this year's topic, Justice, Human Rights and Equity, and seeks to address a compelling social challenge or inequity. This program is designed to support investigator(s) who require seed funding in an amount between $10,000 and $50,000 to support travel, equipment, supplies, data acquisition, personnel or other enablers in the completion of a research project. The deadline to apply for this program is October 31, 2023. Learn more about this wonderful opportunity here.

New Opportunity for Research Funding.

This year, the S.H. Ho Innovation Foundation Research Endowment will provide $200,000 annually to researchers who facilitate innovative work to address a compelling health challenge through the use of innovative technology, at the intersection of health sciences and technology. Seed funding between $50,000 and $200,000 will be provided to investigator(s) for the initial acquisition of equipment, supplies, data, personnel or other enablers in anticipation of external grant submission. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2023. Learn more about this award here.

The Director of the Institute was featured in The Academic Minute.

Dr. Laura Bronstein emphasized the significance of summer programs in minimizing learning loss through the community school model. As a national expert, Dean Bronstein promotes community schools as drivers of equitable and inclusive school environments where all students, families and communities can thrive. You can read more about this topic in the article linked here.

Prevent Learning Loss with Engaging Activities.

An article in The Huffington Post interviewed Dr. Laura Bronstein, the Dean of the College for Community and Public Affairs and Director of the IJWB - Advancing Equity through Community Schools, about the 'summer slide' that many students experience when they are out of school, and the negative impact it can have on learning. Dr. Bronstein emphasized the importance of creating fun and educational activities that can help prevent summer learning loss, whether they are done at home or in the community. She also highlighted the advantages of community schools, which offer comprehensive services and summer learning opportunities for students and families. Take a look at this article to discover effective ways of keeping students engaged and enhancing their skills during the summer break.

IJWB - Advancing Equity through Community Schools Director and Research Affiliate Recognized by Stanford University.

Stanford University published an article recognizing contributions from scientists globally, and Dr. Laura Bronstein, Dean of College of Community and Public Affairs (CCPA) and Director of the Institute for Justice and Well-Being, and Dr. Brandon E. Gibb, Research Affiliate and Professor of Psychology, were part of the top 2% of all researchers in the world in their respective fields. Dr. Gibb's research focuses on the development and expression of information-processing biases that increase risk for depression in children, adolescents and adults. Dr. Bronstein's research centers on interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration and community schools. Read more about Dean Bronstein and Dr. Gibb and their work here.

IJWB - Advancing Equity through Community Schools Highlighted As Center for Community and Change.

The Institute for Justice and Well-Being - Advancing Equity through Community Schools was highlighted by BingUNews as a leader in the community to create positive change and community partnerships that aim to advance the state of current social problems. The article applauds the Institute on housing the vast interests and expertise of Binghamton University's best researchers, while fostering interpersonal relationships that drive their work, which includes advancing community schools, providing research opportunities to students, and working within the IJWB and others extending their work on a global scale. Read the article here.

Binghamton University continues its ongoing dedication to the advancement of social justice for all individuals and populations.

The Office of the Provost has created a website to highlight that a number of institutes and centers have been established across disciplines at the University to promote research, ideas, communication and critical discourse in areas including human rights, equality for women and girls, and global health, progressive education, and well-being for marginalized populations. Like the Institute for Justice and Well-Being, these centers and institutes exist to raise awareness of issues of historical, systemic injustices, and to explore ways to rise above these injustices to the benefit of the world’s underrepresented. Learn more here about the institutes and centers here.

Binghamton University Applauded for Diversity and Inclusivity.

Donald E. Hall, Vice Provost of Binghamton University, recently wrote an op-ed for the Miami Herald as he spotlights Binghamton University for its commitment to diversity, equity, and freedoms for all, in comparison to the limitation of LGBTQ+ rights for youth in Florida. He also notes that Binghamton University aims to embody community, acceptance and inclusivity for all learners and thinkers by implementing recruitment strategies for students and faculty who might find New York as a safe haven for one to be who they want to be. Read more of Dr. Hall's article here.