Who We Are
The Center for Social Innovation is a public policy research center at UC Riverside and provides a credible research voice that spurs civic leadership and policy innovation. Its reputation is built on the key pillars of social science, strategic policy awareness, innovation mindsets, and deep community partnerships. CSI integrates researchers, community organizations, and civic stakeholders in collaborative projects and long-term partnerships that strengthen shared values of resilience, inclusion, sustainability, and equity (RISE). Importantly, the Center seeks to shift away from a “problem” narrative to an “opportunity” narrative for marginalized communities and localities.
What We Do
As a public policy research center, the Center for Social Innovation conducts social science research to uplift and support community stakeholders. The Center publishes research, convenes regional stakeholders, produces frameworks for action, and organizes community events.
