Welcome to the DEAR Lab

The Digital Equity Action Research (DEAR) Laboratory in the School of Information Sciences (iSchool) engages in community-engaged and participatory research to advance digital equity in Illinois and worldwide. We partner with community-based organizations, government agencies, philanthropic organizations, and other entities to advance mutually-beneficial research initiatives that benefit those most impacted by digital inequities.

Digital Equity Action Research (DEAR) Lab
Email: crhines@illinois.edu