RTI International

Microplastics are a global issue with local roots and local solutions. Ahead of the Triangle Environmental Health Collaborative 2025 Summit, Verone Bernard highlights the importance of sustainable solutions, particularly for low- and middle-income countries. Mark your calendar! The Summit will take place on January 29 and 30, both virtually and in person. Learn more here: https://ow.ly/Y9mc50UHcli

We are excited to be named one of the healthiest Employers of the Triangle by the health data analytics software company Springbuk. The program recognizes people-first organizations that prioritize the well-being of their employees. https://lnkd.in/e775zx_c

Older adults are increasingly falling victim to mail fraud. To address this pressing issue, we partnered with the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) and the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) to analyze trends on fraud repeat victimization and develop and test interventions. Check out this recently published article from NIJ that discusses findings from the work. https://lnkd.in/exGFg_hr

Ghost guns are untraceable, unregulated, and growing in popularity. But how are they discussed in online forums? In Part 2 of our series, RTI dives into Reddit discussions, revealing the trends, legal debates, and knowledge-sharing that shape the ghost gun community. 🔗 Read the full article: https://ow.ly/aYeJ50UB9Va 📖 Follow along with our experts Josie Caves Sivaraman, Christopher Krebs, PhD, Glen Szczypka, and Curtis Smith to learn more about this issue. #GhostGuns #PublicSafety #RTIDifference #OnlineCommunities #Reddit #FirearmPolicy

We’re delighted to announce the appointment of 3 staff members to Executive Leadership Team roles. These C-Suite promotions include Anuja Purohit as CLO, Andrew Cox as CFO and Mike Kaelin as COO. “I’m thrilled to announce the appointments of RTI’s new CLO, CFO and COO,” said President and CEO Tim Gabel. “Anuja, Andrew and Mike demonstrate an unparalleled combination of industry expertise, company knowledge and leadership skills, with each bringing unique expertise that will further drive our long-term vision and growth strategy. As internal promotions, this moment exemplifies the depth of the institute’s leadership bench and is a testament to the professional development programs and career opportunities available at RTI.”  https://lnkd.in/evVXKMQD

January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month - a time to raise awareness about this critical issue. It's central to our mission to incorporate the expertise of people with lived experience to deliver solutions that will make a real impact in combatting trafficking. Learn more about how we're collaborating on training and technical assistance initiatives to advance strategies to improve the response to these crimes. https://lnkd.in/eipYiNDi

Celebrating a decade of USAID’s impactful #WASH investments in #Ethiopia’s lowlands! These efforts have increased resilience to recurrent droughts, sustained WASH investment, improved data-driven decision-making, and expanded access to safe water. We’re proud to support these efforts through USAID Ethiopia’s Climate-Resilient WASH Activity. Our experts, Petros Aklil and Mohamed Abdinoor, are featured in this USAID Global Waters blog that reflects a decade of progress. Their insights, alongside those of many dedicated partners and local leaders, highlight the collaborative efforts that have transformed the livelihoods of millions, especially in rural, pastoral areas. 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/e7vejh57

This month, we’re spotlighting our plastic research in anticipation of the Research Triangle Environmental Health Collaborative 2025 Summit—where our experts, Keith Levine, Keith Weitz, Imari Walker-Franklin, Ph.D., Leah Johnson, Jamie Pero Parker, Edgard Ngaboyamahina, Ph.D., MBA, PMP, Cary Strickland and Verone Bernard will present the latest strategies for combating plastic pollution and advancing environmental health.

Get ready to be inspired! Our Mini Desk panelists are bringing their incredible expertise and experiences to the table, and they can't wait to share them with you! 🚀 Join us on January 22 from 2–3 PM EST to hear how they’re driving innovation, creating change, and making a meaningful impact at RTI. 💡✨ #MiniDesk Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with Collins Enwereuzo, EIT, Shaun D. McCullough, PhD, Elaine Gay and Imari Walker-Franklin, Ph.D. and learn about how to be part of the #RTIDifference! ➡️ https://ow.ly/nZiV50UFvNz

We are excited to join the Millennium Water Alliance, a global alliance of leading humanitarian, research, and business organizations working to scale safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services and resilience. Learn more ⬇️.