CSSR Education & Health Research Hub 2026-27 Speaker Series
Fairfax County Economic Mobility Pilot Research Team: “The Promise of Guaranteed Income. Lessons Learned from the Economic Mobility Pilot."
Friday, November 13, 2026 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM EST
Online Location
Speakers: Fairfax County Economic Mobility Pilot Team -Amy Best, Eliz Storelli, Emma V. Taylor, Aziza Ahmed, J Orisha, Isabella Burns, Tharuna Kalaivanan, & Jill Howard
The Fairfax County Economic Mobility Pilot was designed to address the persistent economic vulnerability among the County’s working families with children, by helping them build greater financial stability and create pathways toward long-term economic mobility. Through an 18-month guaranteed income pilot, 180 families received unrestricted monthly payments of $750, along with access to varied financial coaching and mentoring supports and in combination with a range of organizational supports. Grounded in principles of dignity, self-determination, and trust, the pilot recognized participants as experts in their own lives and provided the flexibility to address their most pressing needs while investing in their future goals.
Over a 20-month evaluation period, the CSSR research team collected data from participating families through surveys, interviews, and community conversations. Guided by a community advisory council, data were collected at the onset of the pilot, seven months into implementation, and shortly after the pilot concluded.
About the Series:
The CSSR Education & Health Research Hub aims to use this speaker series to leverage connections and spark multidisciplinary dialogue. Please join us in conversation with Fairfax County Economic Mobility Pilot research team.
