CRI Services

The Community Research Institute (CRI) provides a wide range of services to government agencies, nonprofits, foundations, community-based organizations, businesses and media. The following is a brief description of the most popular services offered. Please contact the CRI at cri@bw.edu to get started working with the BW CRI.

Survey Design, Implementation and Analysis

We offer comprehensive services for designing surveys tailored to research objectives, executing them effectively, and analyzing the collected data to derive meaningful insights.

Data Aggregation and Analysis

We possess expertise in gathering data from various sources and employing advanced analytical techniques to uncover patterns, trends, and correlations relevant to social science research questions.

Focus Group Facilitation

Our institute specializes in organizing and moderating focus groups, allowing for in-depth discussions among participants to explore specific topics or issues.

Narrative Analysis

Our institute specializes in examining and interpreting narratives, stories, or qualitative data to elucidate underlying themes, perspectives, and meanings within a given context.

Written Translation

We provide professional translation services to ensure effective communication across languages, enabling access to research findings and resources for diverse audiences.

Needs Assessments

Our team conducts thorough needs assessments to identify gaps or requirements within communities or organizations, informing the development of targeted interventions or policies.

Meta-Analysis

We synthesize findings from multiple studies to provide comprehensive insights and enhance the robustness of research outcomes.

GIS and Data Mapping

Leveraging Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, we analyze spatial data and create visualizations such as maps to explore geographical patterns and relationships within social science research.

Experiments

Our institute designs and conducts controlled experiments to test hypotheses and evaluate the impact of specific interventions or variables on human behavior or social phenomena.

Ethical and Standardized Practices

BW CRI adheres to ethical standards and regulatory requirements by ensuring that research involving human subjects is reviewed and approved by an Institutional Review Board (IRB), safeguarding participants' rights and welfare.