Union Year
Union Year is a year long youth and young adult leadership development fellowship conducted through virtual and in person engagement, focused on developing the now and next generation of civic leaders.
Our local initiatives bridge the gap between academic research and community-driven progress through evidence-based practice.
Faith Based Voter Initiatives -
Implementing rigorous literacy benchmarks through peer-reviewed instructional frameworks.
Serves: local educators
We’ll Do It For Ourselves
Analyzing longitudinal data to develop scalable interventions for community-wide wellness.
Serves: community health partners
Civic Leadership Hub
Providing technical assistance and research briefings to local governing bodies.
Serves: public agencies
Nonprofit Data Exchange
Facilitating secure data analysis to optimize resource allocation for social services.
Serves: nonprofit partners
Faith Based Voter Initiatives
Faith Based Voter Initiatives - initiative strategically leverages Faith Based
organizational infrastructure and people power to secure the political and social needs of
its members. We work with faith based communities to activate internal resources to
identify, recruit, develop, and support candidates for elected offices, staff positions, and
agency leadership.
○ We’ll Do It For Ourselves (WDFO) - The "We'll Do It For Ourselves!"
(WDFO) initiative is the central component of the AME Social Action
Agenda. The campaign is structured around six core objectives to
maximize internal organization and external impact:
â– Assessment and Leveraging of Voter Strength
â– Identification of AME Political Assets
â– Civic & Political Education and Engagement Strategy
â– Recruitment for Civic Service
â– Student and Young Adult Engagement Strategy
â– Develop Strategic Part Alignment
â– Voter Turnout and Rapid Response
Research Partnerships
Training Workshops
Our faculty provides specialized training for practitioners and community leaders, translating complex research findings into actionable skillsets and implementation strategies.
Data Analysis Support
We offer high-level data auditing and analysis services to help nonprofits and public agencies measure impact and refine their programmatic outcomes with precision.
Policy Briefings
The Institute produces concise, non-partisan policy briefings that synthesize current research to inform local decision-makers and community advocates.
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Apply for a Program
Submit an application to join our selective cohorts for civic leadership and theological formation.
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Propose a Collaboration
Partners can submit research proposals or initiative concepts for formal peer review and potential co-design.
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Host a Pilot
Community organizations can apply to host pilot programs that test evidence-based research findings in real-time.
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Request a Briefing
Local agencies and partners can request formal briefings on our latest research findings and policy implications.
Partnership Opportunities
Anvil Institute information here if neededÂ
SAMPLE Partner Types
Local School Districts
Community-Based Nonprofits
Public Health Agencies
Philanthropic Foundations
Regional Research Consortia
(WDFO) initiative is the central component of the AME Social Action
Agenda. The campaign is structured around six core objectives to
maximize internal organization and external impact:
â– Assessment and Leveraging of Voter Strength
â– Identification of AME Political Assets
â– Civic & Political Education and Engagement Strategy
â– Recruitment for Civic Service
â– Student and Young Adult Engagement Strategy
â– Develop Strategic Part Alignment
â– Voter Turnout and Rapid Response
Please complete our inquiry form below to initiate the partnership review process.