A youth-centered research collective
THE ROOTS LAB
We focus on how systemic forces shape the lives of youth to drive meaningful change in healthcare, education, and beyond.
REIMAGINING CHILDHOOD
What We Study
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What We Study
At The Roots Lab, we investigate adultification, school discipline, and creative research dissemination sharing to spark change where it matters most—in policy, practice, and community.
How We Work
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What We Study
We believe bold research takes teamwork. That’s why we collaborate with community groups, universities, foundations, and industry to drive change and expand the reach of our findings.
Where We Share
Where We Share
Where We Share
We publish in top journals and rethink how research reaches people—using murals, exhibits, and storytelling to ensure our work speaks beyond academia and into the world.