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The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is one of the leading behavioral and social science research organizations in the world. Our overriding goal is to use the best science available to bring the most effective ideas and approaches to enhancing everyday life. For us, making the world a better place is not wishful thinking. It is the goal that drives us. Founded in 1946 as a not-for-profit organization, AIR is a carefully designed institution motivated by the desire to enhance the human experience. We are committed to contributing to the science of human behavior and the development of man`s capacities and potential. Our work spans a wide range of substantive areas: education, student assessment, international education, individual and organizational performance, health research and communication, human development, usability design and testing, talent management, employment equity, and statistical and research methods. The intellectual diversity of our more than 1,800 employees, more than 50 percent of whom hold advanced degrees, enables us to bring together experts in many fields, including education, psychology, sociology, economics, psychometrics, statistics, public health, usability engineering, software design, graphics and video communications—all in the search for innovative answers to any challenge. We conduct our work within a culture and philosophy of strict independence, objectivity, and non-partisanship, as we tackle society`s most important issues.
Baltimore Corps` mission is to enlist talent to foster social innovation in Baltimore and advance a citywide agenda for equity and racial justice . This is accomplished through Baltimore Corps` Fellowship and Place for Purpose program, which connect individuals with opportunities in nonprofits, government agencies, foundations, and for-profit social enterprises to build solutions to Baltimore`s biggest challenges. Baltimore Corps also provides seed grants and support to innovative leaders through its Elevation Awards, elevating community members with indigenous community solutions.
Whittle School and Studios is a for-profit educational organization founded by Chris Whittle. It aims to be the "world`s first global school", and with a network of campuses around the world. The school opened its Washington, D.C. and Shenzhen campuses in the fall of 2019.
New America Foundation is one of the leading companies in Non-Profit industry. New America Foundation is based in Washington, DC. You can find more information on New America Foundation at www.newamerica.net
UMFS is a nonprofit agency that provides a comprehensive array of programs to meet the needs of high-risk children and parents to enable them to overcome challenging circumstances and succeed. A national leader in helping children, we also proactively identify unmet social service needs throughout Virginia and develop appropriate partnerships to address them.