Community-Engaged Research Clusters (CERCs)
Seven initial community-engaged research clusters were funded in 2024. These CERCS undertake research and build resources hand-in-hand with community.
Arts for Social Change
Leveraging arts learning to support sustainable development, health and well-being, and global citizenship.
Collaborative Evaluation for Social Change
Expanding research and knowledge for equitable assessment and evaluation in education systems by developing integrated approaches for equity, diversity, and inclusion practices.
Decolonizing and Indigenous Research
Centering Indigenous theoretical perspectives primarily from the Anishinaabe Nation and Haudenosaunee Confederacy and decolonial education based on acceptance, inclusion, and radical decolonial love.
Disability, Advocacy, and the Arts
Cultivating an affirming approach to disability - “Nothing without us” - our research advances inclusion and social justice in education by elevating the experiences and knowledge of diverse disabled students and disability communities. We tap the power of community-based research, disability arts and storytelling to foster positive social change in educational research and practice and increase arts and educational access.
Early Years & Multiliteracies
Dedicated to engaging in collaborative approaches with community members, we use the term “multiliteracies” to consider the complexities of language and literacy learning in today’s global society. We are committed to translating and mobilizing our ongoing research in accessible ways to ensure anyone interested in learning more about the impact of early experiences, literacy and language development, and their impacts on lifelong learning have access to this information.
Transformative Technologies for Social Good
Leveraging technology to address current issues related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and considering ethical problems with technology and using technology to help solve the world's problems.