In fiscal year 2024, iSPARC continued to leverage DMH’s investment to rapidly translate research findings into their implementation within best practices for individuals with lived experience, their families, and the providers who serve them across the Commonwealth. iSPARC’s work has focused on key strategic priorities for DMH. First, this year, the iSPARC Technical Assistance Program contributed to work on elucidating key factors involved in reducing the incidence of inpatient aggression at DMH-funded facilities. iSPARC also made substantial strides in targeting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) within our Center, including workforce enrichment and our research program. During fiscal year 2024, our Center has initiated several new and innovative projects to improve the behavioral health of individuals with mental health disorders.