Two Generations. 
One Future.
Ascend at the Aspen Institute is a hub for breakthrough ideas and collaborations that move children and their parents toward educational success and economic security. Ascend takes a two-generation approach to our work – focusing on children and their parents together – and we bring a gender and racial equity lens to our analysis.
Bringing Fathers Into Focus for Child & Family Well-Being
As we reimagine public systems and services to work better for families, we have an opportunity to do so in a way that honors the full diversity of family structures,…
State of the Field: Two-Generation Approaches to Family Well-Being
Ascend at the Aspen Institute releases State of the Field report on two-generation approaches to family well-being. Washington, DC – A new report released today by Ascend at the Aspen Institute…
New Study: Student Parents in College Experience Unique Mental Health Challenges but Lack Access to Support on Campus
Ascend at the Aspen Institute and The Jed Foundation Release a New Mental Health Framework with Recommendations for Supporting the Mental Health of Students Who Are Parents Washington, DC – A…
Ascend Together Live Webcast Series
#AscendTogether is a live webcast presented by Ascend at the Aspen Institute on Twitter and YouTube. The monthly webcasts are hosted by Ascend’s Founder and Executive Director, Anne Mosle. Each…