A bleak headline, but data that gives me hope: 64% of Americans disapprove of how ICE is handling their job 83% of Americans support access to healthcare and social services for lawfully present immigrants.

Came across this resource by @larasalahi.bsky.social with approaches to better communicate our common ground on health inequities. None of these are new, but are helpful reminders of how we dispel the myth that we are divided. Which ones resonate with you? healthjournalism.org/blog/2026/07...

Not as divided as we think? Ahead of midterms, don't overlook where Americans agree on health

Research suggests that many Americans view inequities in health care as systemic issues. Here are some reporting approaches to showcase this.

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Secure housing is the foundation of health and economic stability, but it's out of reach for too many families. @rwjf.org’s docuseries, From Hope to Home goes beyond statistics to uplift real community-led solutions. Learn more and watch the films here: www.rwjf.org/en/grants/gr...

"The mental health of immigrants is the mental health of Americans." This podcast reminded me how, except for Native families, we all trace our heritage back to somewhere else. ICE's brutality isn't just anti-immigrant, it's anti-American and affects us all. tradeoffs.org/2026/07/16/c...

Call to Mind: Immigration and the Challenge to Belong

A deep dive on the unique mental health challenges faced by immigrants in America, produced by Call to Mind from American Public Media.

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Federal data is under attack, but private data can be expensive and inaccessible. 10 years of @academyhealth.bsky.social’s Health Data for Action proves why investing in data access and data systems is so important. Read key takeaways from the program’s grantees: academyhealth.org/blog/2026-05...

Today’s world feels very divided when looking at headlines, but when you take a closer look, we all actually agree on more than you might think. Don’t believe me? Just look at this research from @rwjf.org ⬇️ www.rwjf.org/en/insights/...

From Minnesota, to Maine, to the Middle East, young kids and their families deserve to be safe and supported May we shape a world in which it is so 💔❤️

Federal research cuts to minority serving colleges have threatened to crush the aspirations of young scholars who, just a few years ago, were hired because of their expertise on race-related topics that many now feel pressure to play down. https://chroni.cl/4yyNb4h

The Research Cuts No One Is Talking About

Minority-serving institutions are quietly being denied funds key to their aspirations. Their leaders don’t want to discuss it.

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It's hard to put into words how immigration enforcement has impacted health and wellbeing, but this article does it well. It describes the fear ICE created — people skipping doctor visits, making themselves less visible to protect themselves. journals.stfm.org/familymedici...

Define rigorous research. As I think about rigor, I am drawn back to this article. It shares key phrases used to guide this definition, each starting with: “It is only rigorous if it…” How would you finish the sentence? www.emergencecollective.org/post/holisti...

Holistic rigor

In our first blog post in this series we walked through the characteristics of white supremacy, identified where they show up in our current evaluation practices and offered up alternatives, and outli...

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America is incredibly diverse, but incredibly united on the most important issues facing our communities. Data show that for the 3rd year in a row, inflation is the top concern nationally and across 15 unique community types. See what else unifies us: www.americancommunities.org/america-in-2...

In 2022, our Birth Justice Initiative set out to expand the multifaceted birth justice movement. Our newest report, Birth Justice Now, dives into 4 years of funding, partnership, and learning. On our blog, read key takeaways for funders to best support birth justice: forwomen.org/blog/what-fo...

Magnolia Mother's Trust is proof that real change happens when we listen to people who are closest to the problem. Research and stories show it's changing lives for Black children and families in Jackson, Mississippi. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...

This program gives Black single moms $1,000 a month for a year. The results are undeniable

The Magnolia Mother’s Trust is the first to target low-income families led by Black mothers in Jackson, Mississippi

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Happy 250th, USA! May we reach for the best of ourselves as we shape the next 250 I draw inspiration from this 1941 Jacob Lawrence painting celebrating new opportunities for Black children through the Great Migration Lawrence describes how policies shaped a standard of living conducive to learning

“People are more likely to support — and champion — science advice that they helped to generate.” This statement is SO true. To increase opportunities for everyone to live the healthiest life possible, research must include more perspectives, ideas, & methodologies. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Six ways to put the public at the heart of science and policy

Trust in elite institutions is on the wane globally. Building public participation into research and government advice can turn the tide.

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Thank you @jondoesscience.bsky.social for reminding us that we should be building a new approach to research - one that’s more equitable and driven by people with varied experiences, perspectives, and ideas. www.statnews.com/2026/05/27/s...

It’s the end of science as we know it, and I feel fine

“Science itself is inherently resilient — that is, after all, why it’s science,” writes Jonathan Jackson.

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📊 For all my fellow data nerds, @nche4all.bsky.social’s Health Opportunity and Equity (HOPE) Initiative data tool is a great resource created to move conversations from measuring disparities to advancing health equity! Check it out: www.hopeinitiative.org

Data suggest that it's not a lack of trust in science so much as polarization + a general lack of trust in institutions. When we consider counterfactuals, scientists are actually quite highly trusted. www.nature.com/articles/d41...

Have people stopped trusting science? The data tell a surprising story

Some say there’s a global crisis of trust — but research reveals where the real problems lie.

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A new 20-year evaluation found that students in two NIH undergraduate diversity programs were TWICE as likely to earn a PhD in biomedical sciences. www.statnews.com/2026/06/17/n...

NIH diversity programs doubled undergraduates’ odds of getting a Ph.D., 20-year study finds

A new study found that two diversity-oriented programs supported by the NIH doubled the odds that an undergraduate would earn a Ph.D.

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The World Cup is giving everyone opportunities to see a side of America that we don’t always see—one that’s kind and welcoming. And research shows that the positive experiences happening across the country can break stereotypes and change narratives! abcnews.com/GMA/Living/w...

World Cup visitors are going viral for their reactions to everyday American life

Across TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms, FIFA fans from around the world are sharing their reactions to uniquely American experiences

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Four years after Dobbs, millions face barriers to reproductive health care based on where they live, how much they earn, and who they are. Reproductive health care is essential health care. Health justice means everyone deserves the freedom to make decisions about their own body and future.

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It's been 4 years since the #Dobbs decision & abortion is still severely restricted across the US—with 13 states currently banning care entirely. Advocates & policymakers must champion a bold vision of access that goes beyond Roe, rooted in evidence & human rights to guarantee access for all.

Leading up to this anniversary, I’ve spent a lot of time reflecting. In 250 years, how has our democracy evolved? Whose voices have shaped our democracy — and whose have been left out? What I keep coming back to is how research plays a role in strengthening our democracy. 🧵(1/3)

More than 3.5 million people have been cut from food assistance since last July. These cuts come at a time when families are in the thick of an affordability crisis. SNAP gives families breathing room – but Congress chose tax cuts for the rich.

My latest blog explores the 2 million decline in child Medicaid enrollment and which states are seeing the largest declines. ccf.georgetown.edu/2026/06/10/w...

Which States Are Seeing the Largest Declines in Child Medicaid/CHIP Enrollment?

Georgetown CCF has been closely monitoring Medicaid/CHIP enrollment for many years — especially during periods of rapid change. Unfortunately, we are in another period where large declines in child Me...

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Medicaid is a proven solution to improve people’s health. Work requirements only terminate people’s coverage due to red tape. This is yet another example of why work reporting requirements are a failure and we should be wary of this policy ⬇️

Joanne Constantin@jo-constantin.bsky.social · 2mo ago

New paper out in @jamanetworkopen.com! Georgia's conditional Medicaid expansion with work requirements was associated with worsening mental health among low-income adults. Federal law now mandates work requirements nationwide by 2027. The evidence base matters. 🔗: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

A message ahead of #Juneteenth: Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. But freedom without economic opportunity is incomplete. We have the tools to establish a new baseline of dignity: reparations and Baby Bonds. Let’s make the policy choices that get us there.

New blog featuring Dr. Monique Liston and Ubuntu Research & Evaluation sharing an empowering and uplifting vision of what research evaluation can be: “To me, evaluation is a tool as we aim for a collective liberated future for all.” Read more of Dr. Liston’s inspiring insights: rwjf.ws/miZJTV

Evaluation that Builds Community Power Begins with Trust

Equitable evaluation uplifts and empowers historically undervalued or unheard perspectives which advances health and racial equity.

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Severe housing affordability problems are overwhelmingly concentrated among the lowest-income people. Expanding supply won’t be enough to enable them to afford stable housing. They also need access to rental assistance to help pay the rent each month. www.cbpp.org/research/hou...

While the federal government isn’t showing up in a lot of ways, states are – and there’s one thing most can agree on: child care and early learning are essential for families and foundational for our economy. The momentum is exciting! Read more: www.americanprogress.org/article/near...

Congrats to Magnolia Mother’s Trust for continuing to break records & set standards! They're the longest running guaranteed income program & have been providing Black mothers with $1K per month, no strings attached. AND they just launched their their 7th cohort 🎉 www.goodgoodgood.co/articles/mag...

This lifesaving fund gives Black mothers in Mississippi $1,000 a month for one year with no strings attached

Magnolia Mother’s Trust is the first income program to target extremely low-income families led by Black mothers.

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