Our strength comes from our relationships
Meaningful change doesn’t happen in isolation. It grows through trust, collaboration, and shared power.
At the heart of our work is SE2 PowerMap® — a community-led process that brings together people, stories, data, and experiences to shape strategies that are grounded, credible, and deeply human.
We listen first. We map relationships and influence. We lift the voices of those most affected. Together, we build momentum that lasts.
We tailor every strategy because every community is unique.
Strategies that drive change
For nearly three decades, we’ve partnered with nonprofits, foundations, and government agencies to tackle some of the most complex public challenges of our time.
From research and messaging to creative, outreach, and media, our work blends evidence with empathy. We embrace diverse voices at every stage — because campaigns work better when they reflect real lives.
Trusted by organizations driving change
“SE2 does their research to understand the client and the nature of the client’s work.”
– Patty Ferssizidis, PhD,
Associate Director, ADAPT
Recent Blog Posts
Public Health Is Losing the Vaccine Narrative. Here’s How to Take It Back.
What happens when public health stops telling its story, but misinformation doesn’t? A look at the narrative vacuum shaping vaccine trust.
The Barrier to Support Line Use Isn’t Just Stigma – It’s Our Tendency to Over-Sanitize the Experience
Why do so many people hesitate to contact support lines, even when they need help? The biggest barrier may not be stigma, but uncertainty.
AI Can Augment, Not Automate, People-centered Strategies
Most AI conversations are missing the point. This one changed how I see it.
Videos Bring Quit Stories to Life, Earn National Recognition
Quitting isn’t perfect. These real stories show why honesty matters—and earned national honors.
Filling the Federal Vaccine Information Void
We turned complex early learning guidelines into simple, everyday tools—helping caregivers support child development through clear, age-based guidance.
