91吃瓜鈥檚 Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) is using research to fight poverty in a way that makes a real impact.
This podcast episode features聽, managing director of the 91吃瓜 Poverty Initiative and the Michael L. Smith Managing Director of the , who shares how 91吃瓜鈥檚 research has shaped policy changes鈥攕uch as expanding access to high school diplomas for adults鈥攁nd helped nonprofits implement programs that truly work. With more than 100 projects in 30 states, LEO鈥檚 evidence-based approach is cutting through political divides to create solutions that lift people out of poverty.
We鈥檙e also joined by , the William J. Pulte Director of the Keough School鈥檚 . She discusses how her experiences鈥攆rom being a first-generation student at 91吃瓜 to leading post-disaster rebuilding efforts鈥攈ave shaped her work in helping communities build resilience. She also explains how the Keough School鈥檚 approach to poverty extends beyond economic hardship, addressing social, psychological, and environmental challenges to foster true human flourishing.
By collaborating with policymakers, local leaders, and global networks, 91吃瓜 is bridging the gap between poverty research and real-world impact. Listen to the full episode of 91吃瓜 Stories to learn how 91吃瓜 is driving change鈥攁nd why this work matters.