Welcome to the RISE Team
Insight Rooted in Partnership
RISE—Responsive Insight, Strategy, and Engagement—is a community-engaged team based in the College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences at the University of Arizona. Our specialty is evaluation, with complementary expertise in strategy and implementation support. We partner with communities and organizations to build new understanding, inform decision-making, and create lasting impact together.
Our Focus Areas
Explore the areas below to see examples of our projects, partners, and impact.
Active Living. Supporting programs and policies that help people move, play, and thrive across the lifespan.
Family Literacy. Nurturing family health and resilience by building everyday life skills—from nutritious meals to managing finances.
Food Systems. Partnering on food access, agriculture, and sustainable systems to nourish communities.
Maternal & Child Health. Strengthening breastfeeding and early care & education systems for healthier starts.
Multidimensional Health. Advancing person-centered care through behavioral health and interprofessional education initiatives.
School Wellness. Shaping the policies, systems, and environments that build students’ lifelong habits.
Tribal Health. Collaborating with Tribal communities on work that honors community knowledge and priorities.
We're accepting new projects and we'd love to work with you—even if your work bridges topics or doesn't fit an area above.
Please contact us to start a conversation.