Nebraska CARES Hub

Connecting. Learning. Growing. Together.

Nebraska CARES Hub

Connecting. Learning. Growing. Together.

What is Nebraska CARES?

The Nebraska Community Action Research for Equity and Sustainability (Nebraska CARES) Hub is a collaborative group that is dedicated to reducing educational and health inequities in the state. From the Missouri River to the Panhandle, we are committed to ensuring all kids and families have access and support to enjoy the Good Life state.

 

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Community

Community is central to our mission. We recognize that individuals need strong communities to be successful, and communities need strong individuals to be successful.

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Action

We are committed to action, especially collective action driven by the co-creation of knowledge and solutions with practitioners and community members.

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Research

We are committed to shifting research paradigms by focusing on what works for whom and under what conditions, while democratizing knowledge production and use.

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Equity

We envision a more equitable and just future for young people and their families.

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Sustainability

We believe in developing systems that support sustainability, not one-and-done projects, and in building the capacity of all to support the longevity of Nebraska’s communities in the face of a changing world.

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Community

Community is central to our mission. We recognize that individuals need strong communities to be successful, and communities need strong individuals to be successful.

A

Action

We are committed to action, especially collective action driven by the co-creation of knowledge and solutions with practitioners and community members.

R

Research

We are committed to shifting research paradigms by focusing on what works for whom and under what conditions, while democratizing knowledge production and use.

E

Equity

We envision a more equitable and just future for young people and their families.

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Sustainability

We believe in developing systems that support sustainability, not one-and-done projects, and in building the capacity of all to support the longevity of Nebraska’s communities in the face of a changing world.

Our mission is to work hand in hand with communities to ensure all Nebraskans have access to effective and equitable resources for health, education and well-being.

Goals

  • Build relationships. Celebrate and build upon our assets to strengthen existing relationships and build new ones.
  • Share knowledge. Coordinate learning activities to create and share knowledge.
  • Engage communities. Bring together people from across Nebraska to co-design approaches for problem solving.
  • Communicate openly. Share ideas and amplify voices.
  • Expand capacity and build support. Develop a sustainable model for continuous learning together.

Connect with us

Would you like to learn more about Nebraska CARES and get involved in this work? We are seeking steering committee members for the next stage of our work, starting in September 2023. Reach out to our team and follow us on Twitter for updates.