About LaTroya Lovell Research & Strategy
LaTroya Lovell Research & Strategy is a consulting practice focused on community-centered research and strategic direction for organizations dedicated to systems-impacted communities. We partner with advocacy groups, foundations, community-based organizations, and public institutions to design ethical, participatory research processes that provide actionable insights. Our work bridges the gap between data and decision-making, ensuring that research drives meaningful change.
At the core of our practice is a belief in elevating community knowledge. By centering lived experiences, we empower organizations to make data-informed decisions that reflect the needs of those most impacted by social inequities. Our approach is both rigorous and human-centered, focusing on outcomes that are grounded in equity and accountability.
We work with organizations that are committed to real change. Whether you’re evaluating a current program, designing a new initiative, or seeking evidence to inform policy, we help transform research into strategic action. Our goal is to collaborate with you to create research processes that are tailored to your unique context and organizational needs.
Our Process
Listen & Co-Design
We begin by understanding — not assuming. We work with your organization and community members to map context, history, power dynamics, and priorities before any research design begins. Then we build the methodology together.
Collect & Analyze with Integrity
We gather qualitative and quantitative data using ethical, participatory methods — interviews, focus groups, surveys, and community-led analysis. Our analysis centers meaning, not just metrics.
Translate & Apply
Findings become accessible insights: briefs, narratives, recommendations. And we stay engaged — supporting organizations in using research to drive programs, policy, and strategy. The work isn’t done when the report is delivered.