Our Vision

Accelerate Solutions to the Most Pressing Challenges Facing Learners

We focus on learning challenges most in need of new discoveries, evidence, and solutions, and where we believe Stanford can make the biggest difference. Breakthroughs in these areas have the highest potential for impact beyond these groups, and therefore hold the most promise for expansive gains.

Early Childhood Learning and Development

Launch a trajectory of well-being and high-quality learning during the early years of life.

Learning Differences and the Future of Special Education

Leverage recent breakthroughs to unlock the potential of people with diverse learning needs.

Under-resourced and Marginalized Learners

Create learning opportunities that support and lift students facing adversity and create pathways to lifelong success.

Workforce Learners

Open doors to new innovations, careers, and passions by providing workers access to new knowledge and skills.

Digital Learners

Create vibrant, meaningful, and personalized digital learning opportunities that deepen knowledge and expand access.