HOPE Lab
@hopelabstl.bsky.social
Health Equity, Opportunity, & Education Research Laboratory
Creating change and making an impact in the space of health and educational equity & injustice facing our nation
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Creating change and making an impact in the space of health and educational equity & injustice facing our nation
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HOPE Lab
@hopelabstl.bsky.social
· Feb 14
The Health Equity, Opportunity, and Education Lab is now on Instagram with the hope of reaching more scholars, families, and community members both in St. Louis and across the country! Learn more about us and our updated mission and vision here and on our website (link in bio).
Black history is not just one month for us. It is year-round.
This February, in honor of Black History Month, we are spotlighting our efforts to advance equity for Black youth with asthma and sickle cell disease.
Stay tuned as we share the work, the impact, and the voices that matter!
This February, in honor of Black History Month, we are spotlighting our efforts to advance equity for Black youth with asthma and sickle cell disease.
Stay tuned as we share the work, the impact, and the voices that matter!
February 16, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Black history is not just one month for us. It is year-round.
This February, in honor of Black History Month, we are spotlighting our efforts to advance equity for Black youth with asthma and sickle cell disease.
Stay tuned as we share the work, the impact, and the voices that matter!
This February, in honor of Black History Month, we are spotlighting our efforts to advance equity for Black youth with asthma and sickle cell disease.
Stay tuned as we share the work, the impact, and the voices that matter!
🔔 NEW Publication Alert🚨 Madelyn Yoo and colleagues, Dr. Kelly Harris and Dr. Olivia Marcucci, examine the emotional impacts of the implementation of state takeover of local school districts on community members.
#stlouismo #education #governance #communityhealth
#stlouismo #education #governance #communityhealth
February 4, 2026 at 6:47 PM
🔔 NEW Publication Alert🚨 Madelyn Yoo and colleagues, Dr. Kelly Harris and Dr. Olivia Marcucci, examine the emotional impacts of the implementation of state takeover of local school districts on community members.
#stlouismo #education #governance #communityhealth
#stlouismo #education #governance #communityhealth
What is an Asthma Action Plan (AAP)? We're here to break it down. See the link for the template from the video: harrislab.wustl.edu/resources/as...
January 21, 2026 at 11:02 PM
What is an Asthma Action Plan (AAP)? We're here to break it down. See the link for the template from the video: harrislab.wustl.edu/resources/as...
STL flu cases are climbing 🦠💥 Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting your flu shot 💉❤️ #FluSeason #STLHealth #StaySafe #GetVaccinated
January 15, 2026 at 4:33 PM
STL flu cases are climbing 🦠💥 Protect yourself and your loved ones by getting your flu shot 💉❤️ #FluSeason #STLHealth #StaySafe #GetVaccinated
We are still recruiting community-based and pediatric OTs for focus groups on community-based asthma programs! Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
January 14, 2026 at 6:52 PM
We are still recruiting community-based and pediatric OTs for focus groups on community-based asthma programs! Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
That's a wrap on 2025! We can't wait to continue our work for a more equitable St. Louis (and world!) in 2026. #wrapped #research #stlouis #healthequity
December 30, 2025 at 7:25 PM
That's a wrap on 2025! We can't wait to continue our work for a more equitable St. Louis (and world!) in 2026. #wrapped #research #stlouis #healthequity
We were delighted to participate in the WashU Confluence Collaborative for Community Engagement's inaugural research symposium! Our partners, Dr. Cheryl Harris and Dr. Veronica Macklin, joined Dr. Harris on a panel about the development of our Asthma Collaborative and school partnerships!
December 3, 2025 at 5:41 PM
We were delighted to participate in the WashU Confluence Collaborative for Community Engagement's inaugural research symposium! Our partners, Dr. Cheryl Harris and Dr. Veronica Macklin, joined Dr. Harris on a panel about the development of our Asthma Collaborative and school partnerships!
We loved participating in the 4th Annual Regina Abel Costumed Dog Parade through WashU OT! Yohi, Dr. Spell's adorable Yorkie, Shih Tzu, and Maltese mix, dressed up as his favorite treat: carrots!
November 25, 2025 at 4:52 PM
We loved participating in the 4th Annual Regina Abel Costumed Dog Parade through WashU OT! Yohi, Dr. Spell's adorable Yorkie, Shih Tzu, and Maltese mix, dressed up as his favorite treat: carrots!
As part of the Asthma HOME Community Engagement study, Dr. Lindsay Spell leads Community Cafes to learn more about asthma management supports and barriers directly from community members. There's still time to sign up for the December cafe! www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
November 18, 2025 at 6:45 PM
As part of the Asthma HOME Community Engagement study, Dr. Lindsay Spell leads Community Cafes to learn more about asthma management supports and barriers directly from community members. There's still time to sign up for the December cafe! www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
Join Us for a Community Café on Wednesday, December 3rd at the Deaconess Center for Child Well-Being from 5-7pm! We will focus on exploring key priorities and challenges around pediatric asthma management.
Food, refreshments, and activities for kids available!
www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
Food, refreshments, and activities for kids available!
www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
December Community Cafe
We want to learn more about asthma management in the community! Join us for an afternoon of discussion, food, & activities for children.
www.eventbrite.com
November 13, 2025 at 5:47 PM
Join Us for a Community Café on Wednesday, December 3rd at the Deaconess Center for Child Well-Being from 5-7pm! We will focus on exploring key priorities and challenges around pediatric asthma management.
Food, refreshments, and activities for kids available!
www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
Food, refreshments, and activities for kids available!
www.eventbrite.com/e/1796782517...
Dr. Harris and Dr. Marcucci investigated the presence of race-evasiveness in language around state takeover policy.
Policy actors who understood the policy from a race-evasive perspective were more likely to recommend accountability during policy termination. epaa.asu.edu/index.php/ep...
Policy actors who understood the policy from a race-evasive perspective were more likely to recommend accountability during policy termination. epaa.asu.edu/index.php/ep...
November 12, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Dr. Harris and Dr. Marcucci investigated the presence of race-evasiveness in language around state takeover policy.
Policy actors who understood the policy from a race-evasive perspective were more likely to recommend accountability during policy termination. epaa.asu.edu/index.php/ep...
Policy actors who understood the policy from a race-evasive perspective were more likely to recommend accountability during policy termination. epaa.asu.edu/index.php/ep...
Asthma-friendly cleaning is easy and cost-effective! Swipe to see the 4-ingredient safe cleaning recipes from the American Lung Association.
October 23, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Asthma-friendly cleaning is easy and cost-effective! Swipe to see the 4-ingredient safe cleaning recipes from the American Lung Association.
The 3rd week of September is "peak week" for asthma, meaning that the number of asthma attacks spikes dramatically this time of year. Make sure you keep a close eye out for asthma triggers to keep flare ups at bay.
September 25, 2025 at 3:27 PM
The 3rd week of September is "peak week" for asthma, meaning that the number of asthma attacks spikes dramatically this time of year. Make sure you keep a close eye out for asthma triggers to keep flare ups at bay.
Calling all pediatric OTs! We are looking for therapists to participate in a focus group on community-based asthma programs. Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
August 27, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Calling all pediatric OTs! We are looking for therapists to participate in a focus group on community-based asthma programs. Scan the QR code or check out the link to sign up: harrislab.wustl.edu/research/cur...
It's that time of year again - back to school season! To celebrate with our collaborators at Normandy Schools Collaborative and Ritenour School District, Dr. Kelly Harris and Lindsay Spell shared community resources and information on our lab work at school fairs. Thank you for having us!
August 26, 2025 at 8:44 PM
It's that time of year again - back to school season! To celebrate with our collaborators at Normandy Schools Collaborative and Ritenour School District, Dr. Kelly Harris and Lindsay Spell shared community resources and information on our lab work at school fairs. Thank you for having us!
Wrapping up a transformative summer! Meghan Jachna successfully completed the Summer Undergraduate Research Program through the WashU Center for the Environment and presented her findings with insight and confidence. The HOPE Lab is proud of her hard work and dedication to health equity!
August 21, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Wrapping up a transformative summer! Meghan Jachna successfully completed the Summer Undergraduate Research Program through the WashU Center for the Environment and presented her findings with insight and confidence. The HOPE Lab is proud of her hard work and dedication to health equity!
Earlier this summer, Dr. Lindsay Spell attended AOTF's Workshop in Implementation Science and Health Grant Writing! Read more about the event here: www.aotf.org/About-AOTF/N...
July 21, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Earlier this summer, Dr. Lindsay Spell attended AOTF's Workshop in Implementation Science and Health Grant Writing! Read more about the event here: www.aotf.org/About-AOTF/N...
It's summer! In the heat, asthma management looks a little bit different. Make sure to protect yourself from heat and the asthma symptoms they can cause! Learn more at community.aafa.org/blog/asthma-...
July 18, 2025 at 6:54 PM
It's summer! In the heat, asthma management looks a little bit different. Make sure to protect yourself from heat and the asthma symptoms they can cause! Learn more at community.aafa.org/blog/asthma-...
The HOPE Lab is proud of our postdoctoral associate, Dr. Lindsay Spell, for presenting on the Asthma Home Environmental Program at this year's Occupational Therapy Summit of Scholars in Seattle!
July 9, 2025 at 9:06 PM
The HOPE Lab is proud of our postdoctoral associate, Dr. Lindsay Spell, for presenting on the Asthma Home Environmental Program at this year's Occupational Therapy Summit of Scholars in Seattle!
☀️ Welcome, Summer 2025 students! 🌻
Meghan is a rising junior studying Environmental Biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Talia is a first-year doctoral student in the Occupational Therapy program and is completing her mentored scholarship experience with the HOPE lab.
Meghan is a rising junior studying Environmental Biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Talia is a first-year doctoral student in the Occupational Therapy program and is completing her mentored scholarship experience with the HOPE lab.
July 1, 2025 at 1:47 PM
☀️ Welcome, Summer 2025 students! 🌻
Meghan is a rising junior studying Environmental Biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Talia is a first-year doctoral student in the Occupational Therapy program and is completing her mentored scholarship experience with the HOPE lab.
Meghan is a rising junior studying Environmental Biology at Washington University in St. Louis.
Talia is a first-year doctoral student in the Occupational Therapy program and is completing her mentored scholarship experience with the HOPE lab.
Honoring freedom, resilience, and Black joy this Juneteenth in the heart of St. Louis. ✊🏾❤️💛💚 #JuneteenthSTL #FreedomDay #BlackHistoryEveryday
June 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Honoring freedom, resilience, and Black joy this Juneteenth in the heart of St. Louis. ✊🏾❤️💛💚 #JuneteenthSTL #FreedomDay #BlackHistoryEveryday
We are thrilled to highlight our community partner, Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR)! Formerly AAFA-Midstates, AAIR runs various programs to support children with asthma. This August they are hosting their inaugural Asthma Summit in Lake Geneva, WI! aair.smallconferences.com
June 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
We are thrilled to highlight our community partner, Asthma and Allergy Impact and Rescue (AAIR)! Formerly AAFA-Midstates, AAIR runs various programs to support children with asthma. This August they are hosting their inaugural Asthma Summit in Lake Geneva, WI! aair.smallconferences.com
🌈 Celebrating #PrideMonth in the heart of St. Louis — where love shines brighter than the Arch and echoes forever and always 💖🏳️🌈✨ Here's to love that knows no limits, no labels, just truth and joy. #LoveIsForever #STLPride #Pride2025 #ForeverProud
June 2, 2025 at 1:41 PM
🌈 Celebrating #PrideMonth in the heart of St. Louis — where love shines brighter than the Arch and echoes forever and always 💖🏳️🌈✨ Here's to love that knows no limits, no labels, just truth and joy. #LoveIsForever #STLPride #Pride2025 #ForeverProud