Researchers Investigating Sociocultural Equity and Race (RISER) Network is a collaboration between senior, mid-level, and junior scholars working together to conduct applied child development research focused on the positive development of Black children and to disseminate research to policy makers in order to dismantle education and health disparities and to promote the thriving and academic success of children.

​The team works together to publish research unpacking how racism is an environmental context that drives health and education disparities specifically across the child development trajectory from prenatal to age 8, focusing on disseminating research knowledge to scholars and policy makers that is actionable, strengths-based, and focused on wellness promotion.  

Riser network scholars:

Riser network senior advisors:

Robert Sellers
Jim Johnson
Melvin Wilson
David Takeuchi

RISER Resources AND UPDATES:

1. In 2021, we are expanding our network to include a diverse group of affiliate scholars--researchers, educators, and policy practitioners who are interested in staying up to date with our work and gaining access to many of the resources of our network. If you're interested in joining our affiliate network, please ​click below!
2. 10 African-American Psychologists You Should Know
2. We've teamed up with the University of Oregon to asses the impact of the pandemic on early childhood development: ​https://www.uorapidresponse.com/
4. Thank you to everyone who applied for our doctoral fellowship! We are looking forward to reviewing applications and welcoming a new member to our team!