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Evidence and Intuition: Balancing Research and Human Connection in Adult Learning

By Dr. Sylvia Wilson

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About MKEGRIND

Who We Are

MKEGRIND is a consultancy and creative studio specializing in the intersection of individual transformation and community building. We believe that healthy individuals create healthy communities, and healthy communities nurture thriving individuals—forming a powerful cycle of positive change.

What We Believe


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Sustainable Transformation

We believe that lasting community change requires addressing both individual development and systemic barriers simultaneously
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Root Cause Solutions

We believe that addressing symptoms without tackling underlying causes perpetuates cycles of dependency rather than fostering self-sufficiency
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Holistic Programming

We believe that programs addressing the whole person—not just immediate needs—create stronger, more resilient communities
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Partnership-Based Solutions

We believe that programs must honor and integrate community assets, wisdom, and cultural strengths to achieve authentic impact
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Human-Centered Design

We believe that centralizing human impact must be at the heart of all systems and structures
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Evidence-Informed Practice

We believe that combining research-backed approaches with community knowledge creates the most effective programming

Our Dual Approach

Organizational Consultation

We guide governmental agencies, educational institutions, and foundations in designing and implementing programs that integrate human development principles into their community impact initiatives. Our evidence-based approaches help organizations create holistic programming, resulting in more effective and sustainable outcomes.

Community Building

We envision and help create Essential Economies—sustainable, service-oriented communities that prioritize human flourishing over pure consumption. These communities focus on essential systems: food sovereignty, clean energy, water systems, infrastructure, economic opportunities, holistic health, and comprehensive human development.

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Our Mission

To guide governmental agencies, educational institutions, and foundations in designing strategically impactful programming that creates sustainable transformation by addressing root causes through human development principles.

Our Vision

For humans to live fully in their power to be and become, creating thriving communities rooted in wellness, sustainability, and collective flourishing.

Photo by Tom Barrett on Unsplash