Research Action Design

Research Action Design (RAD) uses codesign, community-led research, and development of technology and media to build the power of grassroots social movements.

We partner with small to large groups, in and outside of the U.S., including grassroots organizations, nonprofits, networks, universities and foundations, to support community-led change and movement building. We collaborate across a broad range of intersecting issues including health justice, low-wage worker rights, immigrant rights, early care and education justice, racial justice, LGBTQ rights and the struggle against criminalization and mass incarceration.

Our approach is grounded in individuals, families, and directly impacted communities as the central actors in articulating problems and designing smart solutions for their communities. We work closely with our partners to ensure project design, tools, and materials are driven by and culturally appropriate for impacted communities.