RESEARCH and analysis
Examining records, policies, correspondence and documented practices; organizing complex information into work that can be reviewed carefully.
Who we are
FIGURE ELEVEN FOUNDATION establishes the broader direction and public-benefit commitments of the FIGURE ELEVEN organization. FIGURE ELEVEN RESEARCH conducts systematic inquiry. FIGURE ELEVEN ANALYSIS explains public issues. FIGURE ELEVEN INITIATIVE develops policy proposals, statutory and voter initiatives, project-related articles, contributions to theory, and educational materials. People with relevant experience may contribute to that work through separately established arrangements.
Our work
Important questions rarely fit within a single discipline. They call for people who can read closely, organize complex information, understand how institutions function and remain precise about what a record does—and does not—support.
Our work is carried forward by people with complementary experience and a shared commitment to accuracy, independence and responsible judgment. The point is not to create the appearance of certainty. It is to build a sound basis for understanding and, when warranted, correction.
Contributors
Project and operational staff
Supporting the structure, coordination and information discipline needed to keep consequential work deliberate and accountable.
Contributing professionals
Bringing relevant subject knowledge, educational perspective or specialized professional experience where it can strengthen a particular question.
Developing contributors
Creating opportunities for emerging researchers and students to participate in serious work with clear expectations, appropriate supervision and respect for sensitive information.
Independence and judgment
FIGURE ELEVEN is organized around the idea that the quality of a conclusion depends on the integrity of the path taken to reach it. We value careful sourcing, fair treatment of contrary information, clear limits and work that can withstand serious review.
That requires discretion. Participation is considered in relation to the needs of the work, relevant qualifications and potential conflicts. Access to sensitive information is limited to authorized participants and the purpose for which it is needed.
RESEARCH and analysis
are not legal advice.
FIGURE ELEVEN RESEARCH and FIGURE ELEVEN FOUNDATION do not provide legal advice, legal representation or legal services to the public.
Only attorneys who are independently licensed and separately retained by a client may provide legal advice or legal representation. A reference to an attorney, legal professional or legal issue does not create an attorney-client relationship with FIGURE ELEVEN, the FOUNDATION or any contributor.
We may use, consult with or refer to legal professionals where appropriate, but legal judgment and client representation remain the responsibility of the separately retained licensed attorney.
Participation
People with relevant experience may introduce themselves for private consideration. Public pages do not describe active work or identify participants.