Berea Initiatives
Turning evidence into action
Berea Initiatives is the nonprofit and community engagement arm of the Berea Institute for Public Policy & Development. It transforms evidence into action by supporting students, researchers, and communities through education, research capacity building, and locally led development initiatives.
Focus areas
Current focus areas
Student Scholarships
Support for students pursuing study in public policy and development.
Learn moreStudent & Researcher Mentorship
Structured mentorship for students and emerging researchers.
Learn moreResearch Training & Capacity Building
Training that strengthens research capability across institutions.
Learn moreCommunity Development Partnerships
Locally led development partnerships with communities and institutions.
Learn moreLeadership Development
Developing the next generation of evidence-minded public leaders.
Learn moreYouth Research Fellowship
A fellowship pathway for young researchers entering public policy work.
Learn moreVolunteer Program
Opportunities to contribute skills and time to Berea's community work.
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