What do you hope for? A study by Pew Research reports that American’s hope that by 2025 social justice will be a priority, wellbeing will prevail over profit, quality of life will improve, and systems will improve. As researchers, evaluators, program managers, and more, we know the importance of hope. Our hopes are often presented in a logic model. Logic models are based on underlying and contextual assumptions, theories, and principles. Theory of Change (ToC) underpins most

In our work at AKA we work on the ground, side-by-side, with communities. Most are rural, underserved areas in the west. We see all forms of health and health care disparities, inequities, and inequalities. One glaring disparity from the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities is that just 10% of individuals with a mental health disorder receive effective treatment. Disparities and inequities are often rooted in oppression, racism, and discrimination. All