Rhode Island

Annenberg Institute for School Reform- Brown University

The Annenberg Institute for School Reform, established in 1993, describes itself as an independent research center at Brown University with the goal of improving the conditions of schooling in America. The Institute is a standards-based and practice-centered policy and research organization. The work of the AISR focuses on four areas: redesigning school districts, developing and supporting educational leadership, rethinking accountability, and fostering community-centered approaches to education reform. The Institute accomplishes its goals through research and analysis, collaborations with partner organizations, technical support for local initiatives, conferences, and dissemination of informative publications on school reform.

Box 1985
Providence, RI 02912
Phone: (401) 863-7990
Fax: (401) 863-1290
AISR_Info@brown.edu

Poverty Institute at Rhode Island College

The Poverty Institute is devoted to developing and promoting policies that will improve the economic security of low-income Rhode Islanders. The Institute analyzes tax and budget policies on behalf of low-income populations. It also works closely with several statewide coalitions, committees, and community groups.

Poverty Institute at Rhode Island College
School of Social Work
600 Mt. Pleasant Avenue
Providence, RI 02908
Phone: (401) 456-2752
www.povertyinstitute.org