Impact Project Research Recognized by Washington State Education Research & Data Center
Impact Project is proud to announce that research led by our founder, Aliyu Tijani, MPH, CHES, has been officially recognized by the Washington State Education Research & Data Center (ERDC) and featured in its prestigious Data in Action collection.
The featured publication explores educational attainment among adolescents with foster care living experiences, contributing valuable evidence to ongoing discussions in education, child welfare, and public health. Its inclusion reflects the growing importance of data-driven research in informing policies and programs that improve outcomes for vulnerable populations.
According to the ERDC publication listing, the study is among the academic works highlighted in the 2026 Data in Action collection, alongside research from respected institutions and scholars. This recognition demonstrates the significance of collaborative, evidence-based research in advancing education policy and public health practice.
For Impact Project, this milestone reinforces our commitment to building solutions that are informed by credible research. We believe that sustainable community development begins with understanding real-world challenges through rigorous investigation and translating those findings into meaningful action.
We also recognize the invaluable contributions of the study's co-authors, research collaborators, and Baylor University Robbins College of Health and Human Sciences, whose expertise and partnership made this achievement possible.
Research continues to shape the way Impact Project designs initiatives addressing student well-being, food insecurity, health education, and community development. By combining academic excellence with practical implementation, we strive to develop programs that create measurable and lasting impact for students and underserved communities.
Looking Ahead
This recognition serves as both an achievement and a motivation to continue pursuing research that addresses pressing social and public health challenges. As Impact Project expands its work across communities, evidence-based decision-making will remain central to our mission of improving lives through innovation, education, and collaboration.
Further Reading
To learn more about this research recognition and the story behind the publication, read the full LinkedIn announcement and explore the official ERDC Data in Action publication featuring the study.