Access &
Opportunity
Collaborative
The collaborative draws together creative minds at Michigan Ross and the broader academic community to share rigorous research on access and opportunity in business and related domains
Our Mission
Our mission is to build and support a dynamic community of researchers dedicated to advancing understanding and fostering innovation in research on equity across business and related domains, including education, energy and environment, healthcare, sports and entertainment, and technology. We aim to educate and empower academics, students, business leaders, policymakers, and other individuals to champion equity and opportunities that will drive meaningful change within their organizations and society at large.
Access and opportunity research focuses on understanding and addressing disparities and barriers that certain groups face in accessing resources, opportunities, and fair treatment, regardless of factors like race, gender, socioeconomic background, or other aspects of identity.
Equitable Opportunity Conference
The Inaugural Equity Opportunity Conference was held on June 6-7, 2024, at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan. This conference brought together academics, practitioners, and policymakers for a cross-disciplinary exchange of research and ideas related to equity and opportunity across business and related domains, including education, energy and environment, healthcare, sports and entertainment, and technology.