From Data to Impact: How Evidence Shapes Better Outcomes for Kids and Families with Elizabeth Burke Bryant

In this episode, we sit down with renowned child advocate Elizabeth Burke Bryant, Professor of the Practice of Health Services, Policy and Practice
Hassenfeld Child Health Innovation Institute Brown University School of Public Health and former longtime Executive Director of Rhode Island Kids Count. With more than 30 years of experience shaping equitable policies for children and families, Elizabeth reflects on her personal journey from a civic‑minded upbringing in Providence to becoming one of Rhode Island’s most influential voices in child well‑being.

Our discussion explores the critical role of data‑driven advocacy, the persistent challenges of affordable housing, the deep connections between poverty, education, and child welfare, and the growing urgency around children’s behavioral health.