Welcome to the Resilience, Intersectional Stigma, and Empowerment (RISE) Lab. Our researchers are dedicated to advancing the understanding of how resilience, intersectional stigma, and empowerment impact health outcomes.

We conduct cutting-edge and rigorous mixed-methods research that not only deepens the academic knowledge of these complex issues but also drives real-world impact, fostering environments where all individuals can thrive.

Our Mission

The RISE Lab is committed to exploring and addressing the nuanced ways that intersecting stigmas affect individuals and communities. We focus on identifying and amplifying the resilience strategies that people use to overcome these challenges and developing strengths-based interventions. Through our research, we aim to empower communities, inform policy, and reduce health disparities.

Our Events

The RISE Lab will hold a special PhotoVoice exhibit on June 11, 2025, from 3:00PM to 6:00PM, at 180 Madison Avenue in Manhattan, in the third-floor cafe. Learn more about this event, and please RSVP to indicate your interest.

Contact Us

To learn more about the RISE Lab, please contact Suzan M. Walters, PhD, lab director, at Suzan.Walters@NYULangone.org.