The Jordan Institute for Families

The UNC School of Social Work

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We examine data, build evidence and provide training to inform policies and strengthen practices that support families.

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Beyond the Community Meeting: Resources on Innovative Research Methods

Wicked Problems of Child Welfare 2024 Convening

Building Family Wealth – EITC

Building Economic Supports for Families – New Initative

Our vision is that all families have the support they need to thrive.

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The Jordan Institute in Action

Creating Mindful Communities from the Inside Out

Creating Mindful Communities from the Inside Out
Let’s Consider a 4-Day Work Week

Let’s Consider a 4-Day Work Week
Promoting Team Work Life Balance

Promoting Team Work Life Balance
The Financial Well-Being of Families in the South

The Financial Well-Being of Families in the South
Moving the Conversation Upstream to Support Families

Moving the Conversation Upstream to Support Families
Public Benefits Cliffs for Families

Public Benefits Cliffs for Families
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Strengthening Family-Serving Professionals, Organizations and Systems

The Jordan Institute is catalyzing change by connecting the wisdom of communities and social work research, policy and practice to advance strategies to support families during their early, formative years.

In alignment with the UNC School of Social Work, the Jordan Institute for Families exists to mobilize knowledge that advances equity, transforms systems, and improves lives for families in North Carolina.