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More households in low-income countries own a mobile phone than have electricity or clean water.  So why is education one of the last places it has been put to work?Jenny Aker (Cornell) and Noam Angrist (Oxford) are the academic leads on a J-PAL Policy Insight that reviews 30 studies of mobile phone programmes in education. They tell Tim Phillips that the cheapest option, blasting out SMS messages, is usually the one that fails. But put a real person on the other end of the line, and that's an effective and inexpensive way to improve education. The phone is a platform, Angrist points out, not a pedagogy.The research behind this episode:Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL). 2026. "Leveraging Mobile Phones for Learning." J-PAL Policy Insight. Academic leads Jenny Aker and Noam Angrist; insight authors Jessica Williams and Demitria Wack.To cite this episode:Phillips, Tim, Jenny Aker, and Noam Angrist. 2026. "Using mobile phones to support teachers, parents, and students." VoxDev Talks (podcast).About the guestsJenny Aker is the Daniel G. Sisler Professor of Development Economics at Cornell University. She is also a non-resident fellow at the Center for Global Development and co-chair of the Digital Identification and Finance Initiative at J-PAL Africa. Her research spans mobile technology and agricultural markets, adult literacy and numeracy, financial inclusion, and the design of cash transfers and social protection in Africa.Noam Angrist is Academic Director of the What Works Hub for Global Education and Senior Research Fellow at the University of Oxford, and co-founder of Youth Impact, one of the largest NGOs scaling health and education programmes backed by randomised trial evidence. His research spans distance education, the measurement of implementation, and how programmes that work in a trial can be made to work at national scale.Research and concepts cited in this episodeOne Laptop per Child. The plan to put a cheap laptop in the hands of every child in the developing world, launched in 2005 and abandoned as evidence of its effect on learning failed to appear. Angrist raises it as the cautionary tale for anyone introducing a device: the schools could not absorb it, the software was an afterthought, and nobody planned for charging or breakage. Phones avoid that problem because they are already there, so the marginal cost of adding good pedagogy is low. A long-term follow up from rural Peru found no positive effect on educational outcomes.Mobile coverage. GSMA. 2025. "The State of Mobile Internet Connectivity 2025." Around 95% of the world's population now lives within range of a broadband network. In sub-Saharan Africa coverage is about 80% and adoption about 60%, and what people mostly hold is a simple handset rather than a smartphone.Phone tutoring in emergencies. Angrist, Noam, Micheal Ainomugisha, Sai Pramod Bathena, Peter Bergman, Colin Crossley, Claire Cullen, Thato Letsomo, Moitshepi Matsheng, Rene Marlon Panti, Shwetlena Sabarwal, and Tim Sullivan. 2023. "Building Resilient Education Systems: Evidence from Large-Scale Randomized Trials in Five Countries." NBER Working Paper 31208, revised 2025. Weekly maths texts combined with live tutoring calls raised test scores by 0.30 to 0.35 standard deviations at an average cost of US$11 per child. SMS on its own moved the needle only where access to learning was already very low.Scaling up without the drop. The first Botswana phone tutoring trial produced an effect of about 0.12 standard deviations; by the fifth replication, in Uganda, Angrist says the effect was over 0.8, and implementation fidelity data improved in step with the order of the studies. He sets this against the voltage drop described by John List in The Voltage Effect (2022), the tendency of programmes to lose their punch as they scale. Common, Angrist argues, but not inevitable.A/B testing the tutoring call. Angrist, Noam, Claire Cullen, and Janica Magat. 2025. "Cheaper (and More Effective) by the Dozen: Evidence from 12 Randomised A/B Tests Optimising Tutoring for Scale." What Works Hub for Global Education Working Paper 2025/001. Roughly half the cost of a tutoring programme goes on scheduling rather than teaching. One call of 40 minutes every fortnight, instead of 20 minutes every week, delivered the same dosage for less. Handing the call to a parent partway through doubled to tripled the effect; motivational nudges to parents did nothing.Monitoring teachers by phone. Aker, Jenny C., and Christopher Ksoll. 2019. "Call Me Educated: Evidence from a Mobile Phone Experiment in Niger." Economics of Education Review 72: 239 to 257. Weekly calls to the teacher, the village chief and two students raised maths and reading scores. The counter-example comes from Côte d'Ivoire, where nudging parents and teachers at the same time left the most motivated teachers turning up less; too much scrutiny, the authors suggest, corroded the motivation the programme depended on.Platform and pedagogy. Angrist's phrase for the distinction the review keeps returning to. The phone carries an intervention; it is not the intervention. Targeted instruction and early childhood stimulation both travel down the line, but somebody still has to decide how often to call, who picks up, and what happens on the call. The same traffic makes the phone a good instrument for research, since the data is traceable and the units of randomisation are well powered.Education Cannot Wait. The United Nations fund for education in emergencies and protracted crises. Its 2022 global estimate put 222 million crisis-affected children and adolescents in need of urgent education support, up from about 75 million in 2016. Angrist uses the same figure in the five-country paper, and cites it here to make the point that the humanitarian structures for education in emergencies exist while the evidence base underneath them barely does.More VoxDev Talks episodesHow AI can put 20 years of development evidence to work. Iqbal Dhaliwal on why One Laptop per Child failed, and what that failure should teach anyone now betting on AI in development.Why we need to invest in foundational learning. Benjamin Piper on the gap between getting children into school and getting them to read, which is the gap most of these phone programmes are trying to close.Related reading on VoxDev.orgHow simple technologies can improve learning: Evidence from Niger, in which Jenny Aker and Christopher Ksoll show that a weekly call to teachers and students almost doubled the effect of an adult education programme.Educating children in emergencies: Global evidence from five randomised trials, the five-country evidence on cheap phone tutoring that runs through much of this conversation.How AI tutors improved learning in Nigeria, on a six-week after-school programme in Edo State that produced large gains in English, and on the guardrails that made it work.

On this episode of Coaching Call, Sifu Rafael welcomes Solana Lewis for an energizing conversation about strength, discipline, leadership, and building a champion's mindset.At just 21 years old, Solana became a World Champion Powerlifter through the International Powerlifting Federation, proving that extraordinary results come from consistent effort, focused preparation, and unwavering belief. Today, as the founder of Strength SoLutions Inc., she helps athletes of every level maximize their performance through personalized coaching, strength training, and nutrition strategies that build success both in competition and in everyday life.Solana's passion extends far beyond the lifting platform. She is committed to developing the next generation through education, mentorship, and communication. By co-leading a Podcast Club for students from grade school through high school, she helps young people develop confidence, find their voice, and strengthen valuable communication skills. She also continues to serve the sport as a national level powerlifting referee and live stream commentator.Join us as we explore what it takes to develop mental toughness, set meaningful goals, overcome obstacles, and create lasting success through discipline, resilience, and purpose.Watch on YouTube and subscribe:https://www.youtube.com/@sifurafaeltv?sub_confirmation=1Sifu Rafael is a master instructor and the founder of Speaking Prowess, where he combines expertise in communication and leadership to help individuals unlock their full potential. As a professional speaker, solutions expert, and executive coach, Sifu Rafael leverages years of experience to guide clients toward their goals with clarity, purpose, and strategic insight. His mission is to make the art of effective communication accessible to all, empowering personal and professional growth. Sifu Rafael's unwavering dedication to improving communication skills has earned him a reputation as a trusted mentor and coach. His vision is clear: to enhance communication worldwide, one individual at a time.This episode is brought to you by Sifu's Mind Body Method, a lifestyle transformation that blends movement, mindset, nutrition, hydration, fasting, journaling, and faith. Learn more at sifumethod.comThat's where connecting with Sifu Rafael matters.Through Speaking Prowess and Sifu's Mind Body Method, Sifu Rafael helps leaders, entrepreneurs, and experts refine their message, command a room, and step onto more stages with clarity and confidence. From podcasts and live shows to keynote stages and curated experiences, Sifu Rafael helps people get seen, heard, and positioned as trusted voices in their industry while sharpening their speaking skills along the way.If you know you're meant to speak, lead, and impact at a higher level, this conversation is your invitation.Visit sifurafael.com to connect, explore speaking opportunities, and start positioning yourself for more stages, stronger presence, and real influence.#coachingcall #sifurafael #solanalewis #leadership #mindset #strength #personaldevelopment #communication #speakingprowess #powerlifting

The future of our region depends on strong, supported youth. In this episode of Mostly Superheroes, Logan Janis sits down with Brandon Williams, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, to discuss the strategy, scale, and measurable impact of one of the region's leading youth-serving organizations. Serving 18,000+ youth annually, the Clubs provide safe, structured environments during critical out-of-school hours, with programming focused on academic success, workforce readiness, leadership development, STEM, athletics, and mental health support. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction & Mission 04:15 – Leadership & Organizational Growth 11:40 – Scaling Impact with Accountability 18:25 – Youth of the Year & Teen Leadership 24:10 – Workforce Development & Community Partnerships 31:05 – The Future of the Clubs Learn more or get involved at www.mostlysuperheroes.com and through the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis at www.bgcstl.org.  ©2026 Carrogan Studios

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Wednesday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, President/CEO of Urban Youth Impact, Chris Tress joins us to give an update on his ministry, the only faith-based organization in the area that takes a holistic approach to serving inner-city youth with elementary education, afterschool programming, family supports, career readiness, and enrichment activities. Chris will also share all about Urban Youth Impact’s 9th ANNUAL FALL STAMPEDE 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, November 23, 2024, 8-11 a.m. at the Meyer Amphitheater in downtown West Palm Beach. Urban Youth Impact Fall Stampede 5K - Presented by Chick fil A - November 23Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshow/wrmbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Thursday on Mornings with Eric and Brigitte, Director of the Reframe Program at Urban Youth Impact joins us to talk about the UYI Ministry and the Reframe Program itself. Urban Youth Impact was established in 1997 and began establishing experience, programming, and trusted partnerships to change the life trajectory of children living in neighborhoods of disadvantaged populations in Palm Beach County. It is the only faith-based organization in the area that takes a wholistic approach to serving inner-city youth, and more than 300 kids participate in UYI programs weekly. Reframe - Empowering Students in Grades 9-1st year of college to acquire life and job skills necessary for career success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To raise awareness about the prevalence of human trafficking in Henrico County and what steps can be taken to prevent it, three community organizations are hosting a forum about the topic June 27 in Eastern Henrico. The forum, sponsored by Youth Impact, Free Kind, and Henrico Too Smart 2 Start Coalition, will begin with a viewing of the 15-minute film “Groomed,” which is based upon the real-life experiences of a local Virginian. The event will be held at Building Constructive Communities Foundation at 5705 South Laburnum Avenue from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and will feature speakers from the Virginia...Article LinkSupport the Show.

This week, I get the chance to spotlight the incredible work of the Youth Impact Club at West Bend High Schools. I had the pleasure of meeting this inspiring group at the Volunteer Center of Washington County's Champions of Change event, and their dedication to mental health awareness and suicide prevention truly moved me. Join me as I sit down with Zach Church, Haley Jo Hubert, Melissa Hoogester, and Jackie Schmoldt to discuss their personal journeys, the club's mission, and the impactful initiatives they've spearheaded. From their annual 5K Butterfly Run Walk to community outreach programs, this episode is a testament to the power of youth activism and the importance of mental wellness.Mentioned in this episode:10th Annual 5K Butterfly Run/WalkIf you like the show, please consider subscribing at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. New episodes on Tuesday.Thanks for listening!Website • Facebook • Instagram

In the corporate world, Tayo Adesina felt the discomfort of not fitting in—it gave him the itch for change. Diversity, often an afterthought, inspired his mission to reshape the future for the youth. Sustainability, for him, means crafting opportunities for the younger generation. He shares his parents' migration journey, starting as professionals in Nigeria but taking on jobs like cleaning, driving, and cooking in the UK. As a Black Person, Tayo knows he needs to work twice as hard. A pivotal moment came with #mybestfrienddave's tragic suicide, fueling Tayo's dedication to breaking social isolation for underrepresented young people. Advocating for self-expression, Tayo founded Trash Gxng, a social enterprise empowering underrepresented youth. Through co-created Street Wear Clothing, they provide a platform for stories and essential skills for transitioning into work. This episode touches on Diversity, Corporate life, Token Diverse Friends, Teachers' impact, Police interactions, and Tayo's personal journey of learning to use his voice rather than his fists. Join us for a conversation filled with powerful insights. Tayo #youareaclassofyourown Warning: references to suicide Guest: Tayo Adesinahttps://www.trashgxng.co.uk https://www.tiktok.com/@trashgxng.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/trash_gxng Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-class-of-their-own/id1732288997 Watch on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@aclassoftheirownpodcast/podcasts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7Apq2pSbmvytPjABrlidpN?si=4d62eba56abb45ad Social media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aclassoftheirownpodcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aclassoftheirownpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/aclassoftheirownpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aclassoftheirownpodcast Website: https://www.playforchange.co.uk/aclassoftheirownpodcast Host: Mira Magecha https://www.linkedin.com/in/miramagecha https://www.instagram.com/mira_magecha Creative Director: Alex Payne https://www.instagram.com/alexjamespayne Editor: Josh Partridge https://www.instagram.com/joshfilmmaker Music: Jay Witsey  https://www.instagram.com/jay.witsey Sponsor: play for change https://www.playforchange.co.uk https://www.instagram.com/play_forchange https://www.linkedin.com/company/playforchangeltd

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The podcast episode primarily revolves around the complex issues of addiction medicine, with a significant focus on the concept of safer supply in drug policy. The hosts begin by discussing their recent visit to Vancouver Island for an addiction conference, leading into a conversation about the Drug User Liberation Front (DULF), an advocacy group that has been in the news. A major point of discussion is the arrest of DULF members, who were involved in efforts to provide a controlled and safer supply of drugs. This action by the police raises questions about the challenges and legalities surrounding efforts to mitigate the risks of the toxic illicit drug supply. The hosts discuss the implications of these arrests and the broader impact on harm reduction initiatives. The conversation then delves into the specifics of DULF's approach to safer supply, highlighting how the group's activities aimed to reduce harm by controlling the quality of the drug supply. This leads to a broader discussion on drug policy analysis, with references to experts like Karen Ward and the importance of studies that suggest reduced drug use and overdose risks with safer supply methods. Funding for such initiatives is another key topic. The hosts scrutinize the government's stance on funding harm reduction and safer supply programs, noting the controversy and political challenges in sustaining these programs. They emphasize the need for drug checking services and harm reduction equipment in the context of safer supply. The ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals in prescribing drugs for harm reduction are discussed, particularly concerning substances like fentanyl and hydromorphone. The hosts question the traditional roles and responsibilities of healthcare providers in the context of a safer supply model. Attention is given to the impact of these policies on youth and the broader societal implications. The hosts express concerns about young people's exposure to substances under safer supply initiatives and the long-term effects on their potential and health. In the concluding segments, the hosts reflect on the need for a balanced approach that incorporates diverse perspectives in drug policy. They call for sensible and practical solutions that navigate the complexities of providing a safer supply while considering the broader societal and political implications. Overall, the podcast offers a comprehensive exploration of the safer supply concept in addiction medicine, emphasizing the need for nuanced and informed approaches in drug policy and harm reduction efforts. Table of Contents 00:00:04 - Introduction: Focus on Safer Supply in Addiction Medicine 00:00:44 - Arrests of DULF Members and Impact on Safer Supply 00:01:17 - Discussing DULF's Safer Supply Approach 00:02:09 - Controversies in Funding Safer Supply Initiatives 00:07:27 - Challenges in Drug Testing: Fentanyl and Safer Supply 00:09:33 - Ethical Considerations in Prescribing for Safer Supply 00:21:17 - The Role of Prescribing Practices in Safer Supply 00:25:52 - Youth Impact in the Context of Safer Supply Policies 00:29:07 - Societal and Political Dimensions of Safer Supply 00:37:15 - Conclusion: Future of Safer Supply in Addiction Medicine Featuring addiction psychiatrist Dr. Wiplove (Wip) Lamba, addictions case manager and former addict Jean-Paul (JP) Michael, along with their guests discuss all things related to substance use, addiction, addiction medicine, psychotherapy, harm reduction, treatment and recovery. Wip and JP share their motivation, curiosity, and passion for their craft. JP works on a daily basis in a renown inner city hospital in Canada's largest city. This work is separate from Wiplove's clinical and academic work. #Lived experience #addiction #recovery #addiction medicine #DULF #cocaine, #Heroin, #safe supply #decriminalization

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Join us in this episode of The NeoLiberal Round Podcast as we take you inside the heart of the second annual Impact event, known as the Philadelphia Youth Anti-Violence Event, held at Roosevelt Elementary School. Our host, Renaldo McKenzie, was on the ground, capturing powerful moments from this community-driven gathering. In attendance were a diverse group of individuals, including students, community members, educators, parents, children, police officers, representatives from the City of Philadelphia, and organizations like Men Who Care of Germantown and Career Link. Notably, gospel artist Kelontae Garvin joined as both a panelist and guest performer, adding his unique perspective to the discussions. While we couldn't cover the entire event, we did record some impactful panel discussions and conducted some interviews with youths, families, young students, and community leaders. One standout interview features 12-year-old Elviro, attending with his mother, who came to receive back-to-school supplies, a key part of the event's mission. In this episode, we delve into Elviro's profound response when asked about the world's biggest challenges and how to address them. His words are sure to leave you inspired. Please note that this content is available exclusively in audio format, as we did not capture video footage of the event. However, we've woven vivid imagery throughout the episode to enhance your listening experience. As always, we share updates on our upcoming programming and highlight what's happening at The NeoLiberal. Our podcast is a production of The NeoLiberal Corporation, dedicated to serving the world today to tackle tomorrow's challenges, breaking down what was once a monopoly. Listen to the episode on: Anchor or YouTube. Visit The NeoLiberal Corporation at theneoliberal.com or renaldocmckenzie.com to learn more about our work and services. We value your support and feedback. You can also support us at anchor.fm/theneoliberal/support. Stay updated with us on Twitter: Renaldo McKenzie and The NeoLiberal. Explore our services at theneoliberal.com/shop and be sure to get your copy of our book, Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty, and Resistance, as well as our upcoming release, Neoliberal Globalization Reconsidered, Neo-Capitalism, and the Death of Nation, co-authored by Renaldo McKenzie and Prof. Emeritus Dr. Martin Oppenheimer. Stay tuned; it's coming your way soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theneoliberal/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theneoliberal/support

Have you ever wondered about the impact young people can have on our society's future? Get ready to be inspired by our guest, the award-winning young changemaker Lella Violet Halloum. Lella's insights into the importance of youth voices, empathy, and inclusivity are not only thought-provoking, but a call to action for us all. We take a look at the world through the eyes of the youth, discussing the effects of the pandemic, the financial hurdles faced in accessing opportunities, and the potential of youth democracy and social media.Key Takeaways: 

Join us on this week's episode of the podcast as we welcome our special guest, Naher Tewelde. Naher is the Youth Connector for the Children and Youth Planning Table of Waterloo Region, and she has some incredible insights to share about the Youth Impact Survey.In this engaging conversation, Naher discusses the importance of understanding and addressing the needs of youth in our community. She highlights the significance of the Youth Impact Survey as a tool for gathering valuable data and insights to inform decision-making and resource allocation.If you want to make a difference and contribute to shaping a better future for youth, we encourage you to participate in the Youth Impact Survey. Simply visit www.youthimpactsurvey.ca to take the survey and have your voice heard.Enjoy Listening! The Immigrant View is brought to you by Immigrantnetworks.com. Visit immigrantnetworks.com

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From the earliest days of economics as a formal science, economists have been trying to understand the causes of the wealth of nations. In the field of development economics, the introduction of the randomized controlled trial has become an important tool in the broader toolbox of economists for trying to understand the many things that may cause the improvement of human welfare in lower income countries, too. This work has been ground breaking and recognized by the Nobel committee for its lasting importance. Like many others, I have been inspired by the development economists relentless effort to address poverty through rigorous causal inference and program evaluation. While most people know that randomization is an important ingredient in causal inference, what is not as widely known is the Stable Unit Treatment Value Assumption, or SUTVA for short. We know that randomized treatments can eliminate selection bias and thus allow us to use realized outcomes in place of potential outcome. SUTVA requires that the potential outcomes themselves be stable and unchanging when treatment assignments of other units change, which brings to mind complex problems with externalities between people and interference when designing experiments, but as Imbens and Rubin note in their 2015 book, SUTVA also requires that treatments not vary unknowingly across units. Such “hidden variation in treatment” can make causal interpretation difficult if not possible. But SUTVA also brings to mind the problems of external validity. When someone reading of a study's large gains in a field experiment, they might then decide to roll out such a program at large scale. Assume for simplicity constant treatment effects for a moment — can they expect the same thing to happen in their community what happened in this particular trial? They can insofar as they do not inadvertently change the treatment itself by unknowingly varying the inputs in important ways. If the RCT found large literacy gains using a particular type worker, but to bring it to scale, the policymaker foregoes using those same inputs, then it becomes a new empirical question as to whether the effect found in the lab will in fact scale, even with constant treatment effects. But we have known this for centuries. Concepts like production functions and cost functions directly speak to these very things. Successful policy requires evidence but also a set of skills that maybe aren't there when designing or evaluating an RCT. It requires both cognitive skill, and perhaps even moreso non cognitive skill, as often the economist then must wear both a scientist hat, a manager hat, and an entrepreneur hat. And not every economist has those skills, or maybe even is interested in venturing into the messy world of building socially impactful policy. But I have also been inspired by a small group of applied development economists like Noam Angrist, Co-founder and Executive Director of Youth Impact (formerly Young 1ove), and Paul Niehaus at GiveDirectly, who create organizations that try to bring effective programs to larger scale while simultaneously committing themselves to constant evaluation of themselves and their programs. Whether it's a trend or not, I don't know, but I have been intrigued. This week on The Mixtape with Scott, I have the pleasure of interviewing one of these economist entrepreneurs, Noam Angrist. Noam is, as I said, the co-founder and executive director of Youth Impact, a non-profit focused on improving the welfare of young people around the world through education and health programs. I met him for the first time several years ago because I noticed what he was doing and had done and wanted to introduce him to my students. So I wrote and asked him if he would be willing to be the de facto keynote speaker at a conference I was helping organize on causal inference. He graciously agreed and spoke with us about the organization he had helped found and the work they were doing in developing countries scaling rigorously evaluated interventions to reach thousands of youth around the world. I was very intrigued because of the blend of causal inference and economics with such creative entrepreneurial work. Given the explosive success of the credibility revolution at changing hearts and minds, I suppose it was only a matter of time before economist-entrepreneurs trained in that way of thinking would begin moving outside of academic departments and into other parts of the world. We have seen it with economists in tech. Noam Angrist is an example of the contemporary economist-entrepreneur who works closely with governments, academia and even commerce to bring the best of all things to help achieve the age-old quest of economics of improving the well being of humans alive today.In this interview, Noam and I talked about growing up in Massachusetts and the looking back serendipitous injury in high school that put him on a path to studying economics at MIT. He's since embarked on an original career as an economist where his competency as a leader, his creativity and curiosity as a scientist and his innate commitment to public service and community is shaping the type of work and the way that work is done at Youth Impact. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did. Please follow, subscribe and consider supporting The Mixtape with Scott!Scott's Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Scott's Substack at causalinf.substack.com/subscribe

From the earliest days of economics as a formal science, economists have been trying to understand the causes of the wealth of nations. In the field of development economics, the introduction of the randomized controlled trial has become an important tool in the broader toolbox of economists for trying to understand the many things that may cause the improvement of human welfare in lower income countries, too. This work has been ground breaking and recognized by the Nobel committee for its lasting importance. Like many others, I have been inspired by the development economists relentless effort to address poverty through rigorous causal inference and program evaluation. While most people know that randomization is an important ingredient in causal inference, what is not as widely known is the Stable Unit Treatment Value Assumption, or SUTVA for short. We know that randomized treatments can eliminate selection bias and thus allow us to use realized outcomes in place of potential outcome. SUTVA requires that the potential outcomes themselves be stable and unchanging when treatment assignments of other units change, which brings to mind complex problems with externalities between people and interference when designing experiments, but as Imbens and Rubin note in their 2015 book, SUTVA also requires that treatments not vary unknowingly across units. Such “hidden variation in treatment” can make causal interpretation difficult if not possible. But SUTVA also brings to mind the problems of external validity. When someone reading of a study's large gains in a field experiment, they might then decide to roll out such a program at large scale. Assume for simplicity constant treatment effects for a moment — can they expect the same thing to happen in their community what happened in this particular trial? They can insofar as they do not inadvertently change the treatment itself by unknowingly varying the inputs in important ways. If the RCT found large literacy gains using a particular type worker, but to bring it to scale, the policymaker foregoes using those same inputs, then it becomes a new empirical question as to whether the effect found in the lab will in fact scale, even with constant treatment effects. But we have known this for centuries. Concepts like production functions and cost functions directly speak to these very things. Successful policy requires evidence but also a set of skills that maybe aren't there when designing or evaluating an RCT. It requires both cognitive skill, and perhaps even moreso non cognitive skill, as often the economist then must wear both a scientist hat, a manager hat, and an entrepreneur hat. And not every economist has those skills, or maybe even is interested in venturing into the messy world of building socially impactful policy. But I have also been inspired by a small group of applied development economists like Noam Angrist, Co-founder and Executive Director of Youth Impact (formerly Young 1ove), and Paul Niehaus at GiveDirectly, who create organizations that try to bring effective programs to larger scale while simultaneously committing themselves to constant evaluation of themselves and their programs. Whether it's a trend or not, I don't know, but I have been intrigued. This week on The Mixtape with Scott, I have the pleasure of interviewing one of these economist entrepreneurs, Noam Angrist. Noam is, as I said, the co-founder and executive director of Youth Impact, a non-profit focused on improving the welfare of young people around the world through education and health programs. I met him for the first time several years ago because I noticed what he was doing and had done and wanted to introduce him to my students. So I wrote and asked him if he would be willing to be the de facto keynote speaker at a conference I was helping organize on causal inference. He graciously agreed and spoke with us about the organization he had helped found and the work they were doing in developing countries scaling rigorously evaluated interventions to reach thousands of youth around the world. I was very intrigued because of the blend of causal inference and economics with such creative entrepreneurial work. Given the explosive success of the credibility revolution at changing hearts and minds, I suppose it was only a matter of time before economist-entrepreneurs trained in that way of thinking would begin moving outside of academic departments and into other parts of the world. We have seen it with economists in tech. Noam Angrist is an example of the contemporary economist-entrepreneur who works closely with governments, academia and even commerce to bring the best of all things to help achieve the age-old quest of economics of improving the well being of humans alive today.In this interview, Noam and I talked about growing up in Massachusetts and the looking back serendipitous injury in high school that put him on a path to studying economics at MIT. He's since embarked on an original career as an economist where his competency as a leader, his creativity and curiosity as a scientist and his innate commitment to public service and community is shaping the type of work and the way that work is done at Youth Impact. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did. Please follow, subscribe and consider supporting The Mixtape with Scott!Scott's Substack is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Scott's Substack at causalinf.substack.com/subscribe

Uplifting communities through education, fun, and building relationships, with Urban Youth Impact and their Belle Glade Mission Leaders.

SALT PROGRAM MANAGER THOMAS BOSKET MODERATES A PANEL OF PROFESSIONALS, PARENTS AND TEENAGERS ON PERCEPTION OF MARIJUANA AS PART OF THE SALT YOUTH IMPACT INITIATIVE ON SUBSTANCE USE PREVENTION.

Joy Gorman Wettels is a Partner at Anonymous Content, where her focus is “YI” content — Youth Impact, Intention & Inclusion. Born in Yonkers, her early years in entertainment were spent at Miramax Films in NYC and at her own management and production entity, where she sold the first pitches & scripts of now longtime collaborators out of her apartment.  While at Barnard College of Columbia University, she sunk her teeth into producing with the 102nd Columbia Varsity Show written by fellow students Brian Yorkey & Tom Kitt. Subsequently, she helped shepherd their Pulitzer & Tony winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL to Broadway for over a decade. Joy executive produced all 4 seasons of the hit Netflix/Paramount series 13 REASONS WHY created by Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning playwright Brian Yorkey and directed by Oscar-winner Tom McCarthy (SPOTLIGHT). Released in 2017, 13 REASONS WHY started a global conversation around teen suicide, bullying and sexual violence. Joy completed two seasons of HOME BEFORE DARK on Apple TV+ starring Brooklynn Prince & Jim Sturgess. Gorman Wettels is currently producing a multi-part storytelling ecosystem for Warner Media inspired by Landmark Civil Rights docu-series EYES ON THE PRIZE in partnership with Black Lives Matter Co-Founder Patrisse Cullors, Melina Matsoukas, Dawn Porter and original producers BLACKSIDE. The first installment, EYES ON THE PRIZE: HALLOWED GROUND is now streaming on HBO Max alongside the original 1987 series with an all new curriculum & study guide. Joy is a delightful human who also embodies some of my favorite qualities in a producer -- tenacious, persistent, approachable, and very Italian. :) ​ During this hour, we tackle: -How the death of her mother altered the course of her career ​ -If faking it till you make it is good advice​ -The huge risk she took of leaving management behind while at Anonymous to produce

Annie's invited Guest Cesar Hernandez of Youth Impact El Paso talks about his organization and how you can help mentor a youth. Javy Caballero talks about being a Singer Songwriter in El Paso.  And Casey Goins of The Head Quarters Salon and Barber Shop.

In episode 3 we sit down with Micah Hoevelman, the director of Youth Impact to settle the debate between Kettle vs. Cracker Barrel pancakes. We have fun talking about fatherhood, arranged marriages, living minimally, and more! Youth Impact is a mentorship and discipleship ministry of Grace Bible Church in College Station, TX

An Anointed Teaching by the Servant of God, Emmanuel Twum-Antwi. The Head Pastor of Royal Palace Chapel AG.

An Anointed Teaching by the Servant of God, Emmanuel Twum-Antwi. The Head Pastor of Royal Palace Chapel AG.

An Anointed Teaching by the Servant of God, Emmanuel Twum-Antwi. The Head Pastor of Royal Palace Chapel AG.

An Anointed Teaching by the Servant of God, Emmanuel Twum-Antwi, The Head Pastor of Royal Palace Chapel AG.

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya.

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya.

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya.

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya.

Kumpulan Kotbah Teens n Youth Impact untuk kegerakkan anak Muda

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya.

UNBOXING adalah Seri pengajaran dari YOUTH IMPACT yang membahas masalah seputar kehidupan anak muda yang dikemas secara asyik dan menyenangkan serta memberikan solusinya.

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