RTI International

We are honored to share that RTI International has been recognized as one of America’s Dream Employers 2025, an esteemed award presented by Forbes in collaboration with Statista. This recognition underscores our commitment to fostering a workplace rooted in purpose, belonging, and innovation. “To be recognized as one of America’s Dream Employers 2025 is a testament to our people-first and mission-based culture at RTI,” said Bucky Fairfax, D. B. A., executive vice president and chief human resources officer. “Our workplace is built on a shared purpose, a sense of belonging, and an innovative spirit. These values are part of the RTI Difference that enables us to positively impact the well-being of 1 billion people by 2030.” https://lnkd.in/eXhC_S-u #DreamEmployer #RTIDifference #RTINorthStar #Forbes

🔬 We're excited to see RTI senior environmental health scientist, Jennifer Hoponick Redmon, featured in a recent Katie Couric Media article about cookware safety. She provided valuable insights on the potential risks associated with #PFAS in nonstick cookware. She advised using exhaust fans or opening windows when cooking with nonstick pans to reduce potential chemical exposure and also shared tips on identifying PFAS-free cookware options. Redmon has a few tips on what to look for: “If it says nonstick water repellent or stain resistance, it’s likely to contain some PFAS, unless it otherwise specifically specifies what the material is and says it’s PFAS free,” she says. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/epzfit7r

We’re proud to have been selected by the The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) to establish the EngageData Center, which will support a research network called CONNECT that is focused on HIV, overdose and criminal-legal system involvement. The EngageData Center will help CONNECT by leading data harmonizing efforts, centralizing data analysis, leading community-centered dissemination, and generally increasing the network’s capacity to conduct high-impact research. https://lnkd.in/e6R9NjqM

RTI's new tools assess stigma related to hearing loss, providing insights to develop effective interventions. By understanding these challenges, we can foster a more inclusive environment for those affected. https://ow.ly/yMjO50UccqL This piece was written by: Elizabeth Troutman Adams, PhD, Rachel Stelmach, Laura Nyblade , Jessica West, and Howard Francis #HearingLoss #DisabilityAwareness #PublicHealth #StigmaReduction

“I started off as a sanitation sales agent and a latrine construction artisan, and over time, I have grown my business, making a good income from both. Now I own a hardware store.” – Cleophas Anunda Jomo USAID Kenya’s Western Kenya Sanitation project provided Cleophas with business development training and coaching, which has helped him expand sanitation services and products for his community. He’s increasing access to safe, affordable, and sustainable sanitation and creating local job opportunities for young people. Building on the momentum of #WorldToiletDay, learn more about Cleophas and USAID’s efforts to make sanitation more accessible in Western Kenya: https://lnkd.in/dYpfwQSw

Kenya's Tusome ("Let’s Read") project, which concluded in 2024, remains a shining example of scalable impact in foundational literacy. This partnership between USAID, Kenya’s Ministry of Education, and RTI International laid the groundwork for sustainable literacy improvements for millions of young students. 📚 Close collaborations with local partners ensured a nationwide reach, with training and resources that are still empowering teachers today. Key accomplishment from this project included; ✅ 25,000+ schools participated ✅ 101,000+ teachers trained ✅ 26 million books distributed ✅ 7.6 million learners reached In this USAID EducationLinks article, the Ministry Of Education, Kenya (MOE) reflects on the lasting impact of Tusome’s approach to foundational literacy and capacity-building in Kenya:  https://lnkd.in/en2b94x6

🗣 Representation. Trust. Safety. These are the pillars of meaningful research for Black and Latine trans/gender diverse individuals. 🌈💜 When past experiences have left scars, how do we rebuild trust? This study took a community-led approach, listening directly to voices often unheard. Here’s what made a difference: 💡 Centering trans/gender diverse leadership. 💡 Trauma-informed focus group practices. 💡 Recruitment materials that resonate and include everyone. We learned that the emotional weight of participation must be balanced with clear community benefits, learn more: https://ow.ly/SJHo50U9s4s #RTIDifference #RTINorthStar

We were thrilled to participate in ASTMH 2024 in New Orleans last week, where we engaged with global health leaders on critical topics such as implementing neglected tropical disease services in conflict-affected areas and understanding the impact of climate change on maternal and newborn health. 🌍💉 From leading 50+ RTI presentations and sessions to making connections with visitors to our booth, last week was an inspiring exchange of ideas aimed at tackling global health challenges and strengthening health systems worldwide. Learn more about our work in global health: https://lnkd.in/dr5Kv5qT #TropMed24 #IAmTropMed

In this executive interview, Dave Dausch, VP of Technology Advancement & Commercialization at RTI International, talks about the work in advancing clean energy and decarbonization technologies, focusing on challenging sectors like steel, cement, and chemicals. He stresses the need for supportive policies and incentives to drive market adoption and supports a balanced approach that integrates renewables with responsible fossil fuel use for a sustainable industrial transition. The interview was recorded at #VERGE24, a key climate tech event (October 29-31, 2024). Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ebEKEMz7

We're excited to announce the release of the Overdose Crisis Community Decision Tool, a result of the National Institutes of Health HEALing Communities Study (HCS). The free, web-based resource guides users to a customized list of evidence-based strategies used in communities that participated in HCS. "The launch of Overdose Crisis Community Decision Tool represents a critical step forward in equipping communities with the resources they need to effectively combat the opioid crisis," said Dr. Emmanuel Oga, principal investigator of the HCS Data Coordination Center at RTI International. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eJwvJbTF