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Fall is in full swing and so are we. We have so many exciting events and opportunities on the horizon, from professional learning programs and networking events to service opportunities and more! Be sure to read this month’s newsletter and bookmark our new website, www.ekbn.org, to stay updated.
As you look ahead to 2026, I hope you will mark your calendar for our first EKBN Forum: Shaping the Future of Knowledge Brokering, happening February 24–26, 2026 (virtual). The Call for Speakers is now live, with registration coming soon. Part of what makes our network so unique is the diversity of voices, perspectives, and interests across our community - and we want to feature yours at the forum!
You can find all the details and submit your proposal on our forum page.
If you have questions about any of our upcoming events or want to see how you can get more involved in EKBN, you can reach out to us at edknowledgebrokers@udel.edu. See you at an event this fall!
| Katie Philp, EKBN Director | Never miss an event! Be sure to follow our page on LinkedIn and Bluesky or check our events page for the latest offerings from EKBN. | |
Searching for your next role can feel overwhelming – but it doesn't have to be. In this interactive session, Jonathan Howard, founder of JoHo Talent Network, will share practical tools to bring structure and momentum to your search. Whether you're just beginning your search or are in the thick of it, this session will help you replace stress with clarity, confidence, and connection.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
12:00-1:00 p.m. ET
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Join us for an honest conversation about what it really takes to facilitate collaboration across differences. We'll explore why technical tools and frameworks, while valuable, are insufficient on their own, and what an adaptive, relationally rich practice of knowledge brokering looks like.
In their blog, Cami Velasquez and Emma Parkerson from Systems Design Lab, describe some of the challenges and tensions that they have observed when co-creating and knowledge brokering. They invite you to join them in exploring strategies to address these in the facilitation process.
We’ll explore questions like:
- How do we create common ground for authentic collaboration when our systems pull us toward the familiar?
- How do we navigate power dynamics and foster trust across diverse cultural perspectives?
- What would it mean to develop an adaptive, relationally rich practice that situates tools within a deeper understanding of the human systems they serve?
This event is open to all, with particular relevance to emerging knowledge brokers and those starting to explore the field. Join us to share struggles, compare notes, and envision new possibilities together.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
3:00 - 4:00 pm ET
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Evidence synthesis research (systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and more) offers access to an entire body of literature in one place, which is appealing for educational decision-makers who want a comprehensive look at evidence before making program and policy decisions. Yet, studies on the use of research in education offer little evidence of educators actually using synthesis findings. Why does this gap exist and what approaches may help narrow it? These questions will guide the discussions in this knowledge cafe, along with ideas and suggestions for approaches to bridge the gap. Join Dr. Elizabeth Day, Assistant Director of Outreach and Research Assistant Professor at the University of Oregon for this presentation!
To learn more about Dr. Day’s work with Evidence Synthesis, read this blog.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
12:30 - 1:30 pm ET
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Data storytelling is a powerful way to bridge the gap between research and practice, turning complex findings into clear, engaging narratives that inspire action. In this session, Andy A. Accettola, PhD, will share practical strategies for translating education research into stories that resonate with educators, policymakers, and stakeholders. Drawing on his experience as a former middle school teacher, researcher, and consultant; Andy will demonstrate how to frame compelling data questions, incorporate student voice, and use visualizations and the And-But-Therefore (ABT) framework to create actionable insights. Participants will leave with tools to craft strengths-based, evidence-driven stories that foster informed decision-making and meaningful change in education.
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
4:00 - 5:00 pm ET
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Please join Phil Vahey for a relaxed, informal hour of conversation and connection. Networking hours are great for expanding your circle of knowledge brokers and sparking new professional collaborations.
About your host:
Phil Vahey, Ph.D., applies learning science and participatory design principles to the development of impactful K-12 solutions. Through his consulting firm, Applied Learning Insights, Dr. Vahey partners with a range of organizations, including education companies, educational institutions, research organizations, and non-profits, to foster the creation of innovative EdTech that addresses key challenges in education.
Thursday, November 13, 2025
3:00 - 4:00 pm ET
| | Deadline Extended: Apply to Join the EKBN Board! | | |
Did you know EKBN is guided by a dedicated Board of Directors? In the coming weeks, we’ll seek applications to join our leadership team. Board members serve 2-year terms, help guide strategy, and expand the reach of our network of education knowledge brokers.
Are you or someone you know excited about improving the use of research evidence in support of educational equity?
Apply by October 31, 2025
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Upcoming Call for Proposals:
CREATEd Co-Designs 2026
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Stay Tuned! The Network is excited to collaborate with the CREATEd team at the University of Delaware on an upcoming funded opportunity for Network members. CREATEd invites EKBN members to submit proposals to participate in a co-design using the new CREATEd Co-Design Toolkit. Co-design is an approach to collaboration that brings together researchers, practitioners, and communication designers as equal collaborators to develop practical solutions to pressing educational challenges. The CREATEd Toolkit - to be publicly released later this fall - is an innovative, equity-centered process for transforming research into usable, research-informed resources.
The official call for proposals will be out in early November alongside the public launch of the Toolkit. Proposals will be due in early December, with projects starting in January 2026 and wrapping up by June. Want to learn more?
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Learn more about the co-design process and prior projects here.
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Not an EKBN member? Join us now - there is no fee to join and sign up is easy!
- Join the CREATEd team for an information session on October 29 at 7pm ET.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025
7:00 - 8:00 pm ET
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How Would Proposed Changes to Federal K-12 Title Spending Affect Your School District?
In the face of rapidly shifting federal education policies, the Urban Institute launched a series to support policymakers and communities entitled, ‘Understanding Emerging Education Policy Changes and Their Impacts.’ Their recently released data tool from this initiative can be used to model the proposed changes to federal K-12 Title spending. Users can explore impacts of the proposals on their school districts with this interactive website.
| | Do you know of great tools or resources for education knowledge brokers that should be featured in our newsletter? Let us know at edknowledgebrokers@udel.edu. | | | | |
