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The McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research at New York University conducts, promotes, and disseminates interdisciplinary applied research to address root causes of, effects of, and responses to poverty. Drawing on intellectual and scholarly strengths of New York University and located within the Silver School of Social Work, the Institute partners with government, service providers, and communities, to develop research projects and policy/advocacy recommendations that have short and long-term social impact. The McSilver Institute recognizes the significant link between individuals, families, and communities and their external environments, as well as the interrelatedness of race and poverty. With this critical frame in mind, the Institute encourages innovative efforts in the following areas: - Applied research in diverse areas of direct practice, defined broadly to include social, psychological, legal, and community-wide endeavors designed to assist those living in or near poverty - Development of mutually beneficial partnerships between the Institute and NYC based agencies and community organizations that work with and provide critical services to people who are living in poverty - Organizational development efforts that encourage untapped strengths in agencies and communities through research and evaluation - Policy development and dissemination grounded in evidence-based research focused on the causes and consequences of poverty and poverty amelioration - Locating research and related projects in the larger field of poverty studies and the work of scholars and agencies worldwide Home of Strategies to Reduce Inequalities at New York University #NYUSRI To learn more about the university-wide initiative, visit mcsilver.nyu.edu/inequality