Philanthropy in Action: Elevating our Work through Research-Practice Partnerships

Join us for an insightful co-hosted webinar presented by the AERA Philanthropy & Education SIG and The Tzedakah Lab, Teachers College, Columbia University. This webinar will focus on the vital role of research-practice partnerships in driving philanthropic efforts within education. This session will explore how funders and educators can collaborate to align research insights with on-the-ground practices, creating meaningful change in education, schools, and communities.

We’ll share inspiring success stories, discuss strategies for effective partnership development, and highlight how philanthropy can amplify the impact of educational initiatives. Engage with experts and learn how to harness the power of collaboration to enhance equity and access in education!

Featuring panelists:

Noah D. Drezner, He/Him/הוא
Vice Dean for Academic Success & Strategy
Professor of Higher Education
Principal Investigator, The Tzedakah Lab
Teachers College, Columbia University

Jenny Irons, she, her/s
Senior Program Officer
William T. Grant Foundation

Oren Pizmony-Levy, He/Him/הוא
Associate Professor, Department of International and Transcultural Studies
Teachers College, Columbia University

Jenny Zhang, she/her
Associate Program Officer
The Spencer Foundation