Hero About AIR: Mission Focused, Evidence Driven We Never Stop Digging To Find What Works The American Institutes for Research (AIR) is a nonpartisan, not-for-profit organization that conducts behavioral and social science research and delivers technical assistance to solve some of the most urgent challenges in the U.S. and around the world. We do this work because when we look to the future, we see opportunities to close gaps that are rooted in injustice. At AIR, we know that equity begins with systems that work for everyone, so we lead with expertise, follow the evidence, and never stop drawing new connections to build a better, more equitable world. Our Mission AIR's mission is to generate and use rigorous evidence that contributes to a better, more equitable world. Our mission is more than just a statement—it is the foundation of our organization. It inspires our people, informs our work, and drives how we partner with others to improve lives. Our Vision, Culture, & Values At AIR, we are collaborative, inquisitive, and visionary – we support one another, and work nimbly and collaboratively to make a greater impact. We believe that intellectual diversity and respect for the contributions of each individual is central to our success. READ MORE Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Our commitment to diversity goes beyond compliance. It is integrated into our strategy, operations, and work environment. It is reflected in our efforts to recruit, develop, and engage the diverse staff we need to achieve mission and serve our clients and communities. READ MORE AIR Equity Initiative In addition to serving our mission through client-driven work, AIR invests its own talent and resources to tackle seemingly intractable, long-standing problems that prevent too many people from having access to good health care, education, and pathways to employment. READ MORE Our Leadership “For 75 years, AIR has been using evidence to improve people's lives and create a better, more equitable world.” - David Myers, President and CEO MEET OUR LEADERS MEET THE BOARD Our Clients AIR works with government agencies, organizations, institutions, and communities across the U.S. and around the world to develop and use evidence to improve outcomes. Our clients include: Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency George Kaiser Family Foundation Illinois State Board of Education Millennium Challenge Corporation National Science Foundation Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute State of California Texas Education Agency U.S. Agency for International Development U.S. Department of Agriculture U.S. Department of Education U.S. Department of Health and Human Services U.S. Department of Justice U.S. Department of Labor United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund SEE FULL CLIENT LIST Our History Founded in 1946 as a not-for-profit organization, we conduct our work with strict independence, objectivity, and non-partisanship. 2019 AIR Assessment Acquired by Cambium Learning Developing a Screening Process for Commercial Pilots AIR Studies Improve Highway Safety AIR Begins Ambitious Project TALENT Program SCORES Test Improves Selection and Placement AIR Prepares Training Manuals and Develops Criteria for Selecting Peace Corps Volunteers AIR Develops Aptitude Tests for Developing Nations 1950 1960 1949 1953 1957 1961 1951 1955 1959 1963 Partner With Us Our mission driven staff are ready to help you address any challenge. Contract and Partner with Us VIEW Brochure VIEW OUR BROCHURE Corporate Social Responsibility LEARN MORE Build a Career at AIR LEARN MORE Learn more about how we can help you achieve your mission-critical priorities. CONTACT AIR Careers Benefits Opportunities Locations Headquarters Domestic Offices International Stay informed about AIR's work. Subscribe to our newsletter. Copyright © 2021 American Institutes for Research®. All rights reserved. Code of ConductPrivacy Policy Accessibility Sitemap 20 SHARES