What We’re Learning

What We’re Learning

We believe that a community of creative problem-solvers, faced with complicated, seemingly intractable challenges, is well-served by thought-provoking, research-based information and analysis. We support the development and dissemination of research in two ways:

Abell Reports

Abell Reports are commissioned reports by subject matter experts, academics, and investigative journalists that provide studies of selected issues on the public agenda.

Abell-Supported Research

These projects – undertaken with grant funding by academics and nonprofit research and advocacy organizations – advance learning on issues key to Baltimore City.

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    Featured Reports

    Abell Report: Expanding Apprenticeships in Maryland

    The state of Maryland has recognized the potential for registered apprenticeships to both provide a path to better-paying careers that do not require college degrees and to help employers meet their needs for employees with specialized skills. This report explores opportunities for and challenges to expanding apprenticeship in Maryland and Baltimore.

    Abell Report: Later School Start Times for Adolescents in Baltimore City Public Schools

    Everyone agrees that teens need more sleep. So why does school start so early? This report examines the research on school start times and the implications for students in Baltimore City.

    2023 Annual Report

    Our 2023 Annual Report highlights the work of organizations across the city that are dedicated to addressing the complex challenges many of our neighbors face and of the great potential they hold.

    Publications Library

    “Baltimore Unbound”

    New study warns: foundering Baltimore City could pull Baltimore region down with it; presents new recommendations for survival and growth of suburbs, city.

    Abell Salutes: The Community-Based Asthma Program

    it manages children to manage their asthma — and lead normal lives again.

    Warehouses: For Baltimore City, Ugly Ducklings With Beautiful Potential

    At stake are income and jobs; what’s needed to make it all happen are land, financing, and creative marketing.

    A Study of Barriers to the Placement of Foster Care Children in Permanent Homes

    Recommendations for how to decrease the amount of time children stay in foster care and increase both the number of children who are adopted and the speed in which they are adopted.

    Abell Salutes: The Barclay-Calvert Experiment

    The four-year results are promising.

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