Upstream
Upstream
Upstream is a conversation about new approaches, promising findings, and the people who make this work possible. In each episode, we bring together researchers and change-makers to talk about what’s working, what’s exciting, and where we go from here.
Collective learning powers our partnerships across Civic Engagement, Education, Arts & Culture, and Greenspaces. We know that we alone cannot solve the issues we are addressing, so we seek out evidence, expertise, and collaboration from others to help drive our work. Upstream puts those voices at the forefront, allowing you to hear how organizations and individuals around the region are making an impact.
Previous Episodes
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‘A different way to collaborate’: Human-centered design strengthens system of nonprofits
Using a human-centered design approach, the initiative brought together community members and nonprofits to develop new tools and services—while strengthening collaboration across Houston’s citizenship services network.
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Change is brewing: How nonprofits are turning data into action
The Houston region is home to about 15,000 nonprofit organizations that are collecting vast amounts of data. Our latest episode of Upstream shares insights from a thriving learning community, Coffee & Quality, which helps local organizations use that data to better improve operations and outcomes.
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Inside the push to build a stronger teacher pipeline
On the latest episode of Upstream, education experts revealed new findings about the region’s teacher workforce.
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When the artist is the subject: Why a regional survey matters now
Art leaders and data experts weighed in on the unique approach to creating the survey, hopeful findings, and the impact the results can have citywide.
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What is a Grow Your Own program & why does it matter now in education?
Hear experts from Houston Endowment, Tomball ISD, and Steuck & Associates unpack the basics of Grow Your Own Programs in public education.
