Research and Impacts
Advancing public policy and social equity
The L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs leads academic public policy through cutting-edge research. Nationally recognized faculty experts advance dialogue and social equity research across public safety, governance and economic and community development, participating in professional and community organizations.
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Research Institute for Social Equity
Social equity through scholarship, research, training and engagement
RISE advances social equity through multidisciplinary scholarship, research, training, and engagement.
Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute
Exemplary Leadership
The Grace E. Harris Leadership Institute promotes the development of current and emerging leaders in academic institutions; other public, private and nonprofit organizations; and communities.
RVA Eviction Lab
Housing Instability and Community Need
The RVA Eviction Lab supports stable housing for low- and moderate-income households through research and data analysis.