Root-Bound or Growth Mindset?
A growth mindset is the belief that skills and abilities can be improved and that developing these is the purpose of your actions.
Special Opportunity Funding: Emotional Well-Being on the College Campus
Two of this year’s Special Opportunity Funding grants were awarded to programs that support student wellness at the university level.
Three Things to Know About Meeting with Policymakers
From the Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar Policy Pre-seminar, here are three things to know about meeting with policymakers.
Building Access with Intention: Reflecting on National Disability Employment Awareness Month
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), which is a time to celebrate the contributions of employees with disabilities and to think honestly about how we can improve accessibility in our workplaces. For me, that means moving beyond checkboxes and compliance toward spaces and workplaces built with intention.
Rising Voices: Telling Your Story
When personal stories are shared with policymakers, not only do they draw attention to important issues, but they also resonate in ways that facts and data alone cannot.
Toward a More Effective 911 Alternative
This blog post is guest authored by Larry D. Brown Jr., PhD, associate director for Community Health and Violence Prevention Services at Harris County Public Health. He presented a session at the Robert Lee Sutherland Seminar as part of the Building Partnerships and Collaboration track.