CIRI - Center for Inclusion Research and Innovation

Policy & Advocacy

Working with stakeholders to influence policies and advocate for systemic changes that protect rights and improve social inclusion.

Our Approach

We recognize that lasting social change requires addressing the structural and systemic factors that perpetuate inequality and exclusion. Our policy and advocacy work focuses on leveraging research, partnerships, and community engagement to influence policy decisions at all levels.

By bringing together diverse stakeholders, amplifying marginalized voices, and providing evidence-based recommendations, we work to create policies and systems that are more responsive to the needs of all members of society, particularly those who have been historically underrepresented.

Key Initiatives

Policy Research & Analysis

Conducting research to identify policy gaps and develop evidence-based recommendations for change.

Coalition Building

Creating and strengthening alliances between organizations and communities to amplify advocacy efforts.

Legislative Engagement

Working with lawmakers and officials to develop and promote inclusive and equitable policies.

Community Mobilization

Supporting communities in organizing and advocating for their rights and interests at local and national levels.

Success Stories

Inclusive Education Policy Reform

Our coalition for inclusive education successfully advocated for significant policy reforms that improved educational access and support for students with disabilities. Through a combination of research, community mobilization, and strategic partnerships, we helped develop and implement new policies that have benefited thousands of students.

The process involved extensive consultation with students, parents, educators, and policymakers, ensuring that the resulting policies were comprehensive and practical. This collaborative approach has become a model for our other policy initiatives.

Get Involved

We're always looking for partners, volunteers, and supporters to help expand our policy and advocacy initiatives.

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