Enlightened Solutions is a nonprofit racial and gender-justice think tank focused on research-driven equity and organizational change.

We generate data, insights, and strategies that help individuals, institutions, communities, and leaders advance equity in meaningful and measurable ways, in Northeast Ohio and across the globe.

Enlightened Solutions bridges research, policy, and research in our daily practice. For our clients, we generate evidence-based insights and translate them into strategies that advance racial and gender-justice.

We ensure that data is collected confidentially and meaningfully applied to lived experiences and relevant to real-world systems.

As a think tank, we provide the following:

• Conduct original and bespoke research and data analysis tailored to organizational goals

• Translate research findings into clear, actionable insights

• Support organizations and systems in applying equity-centered change across policy, practice, and culture

• Data and insights that elevate individual voices in policy, funding, and public discourse

• Research that informs advocacy, storytelling, and community education efforts

We are headquartered in Northeast Ohio, with offerings, clients and partnerships across the globe.

While our research is deeply rooted in Northeast Ohio, our frameworks, findings, and services are designed to be applied locally, nationally, and globally.

Northeast Ohio experiences some of the most persistent race and gender-based inequities in the country. We believe this makes our region uniquely positioned to:

• Study entrenched and overlapping systems of inequity

• Pilot and refine solutions

• Export research-backed strategies nationwide

All kinds!

• Corporate and private-sector partners

• Nonprofits and foundations

• Public agencies and civic institutions

• Advocacy organizations

• Arts, culture, and education organizations

• Strategic personnel and organizational audits

• Research and data analysis

• Strategic planning and organizational assessments

• Board and staff training

• Facilitation and learning experiences

Individuals can support Enlightened Solutions by:

• Donating to Enlightened Solutions

• Participating in Project Noir surveys

• Sharing research and findings

• Attending Enlightened Solutions events or briefings

• Bringing us to speak at your organization

Feel free to email us at: media@enlightened-solutions.com.

Media inquiries can include:

• Requests for data or reports

• Interviews with researchers and Board

• Commentary on race, gender, and equity issues