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Smartphones to Permanent Homes: Revolutionizing the Way We Donate

SP2 spotlights how smartphone technology is transforming the way people give and support those seeking permanent homes.

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When a Loved One’s Memory Diminishes, These Caregivers are Here to Help

As a loved one's memory fades, caregivers play a vital role: Penn SP2 explores the challenges and support strategies they rely on.

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Ram Cnaan to be Inducted as Prestigious Academy Fellow

SP2 professor Ram Cnaan has been inducted as a fellow of a prestigious academy, honoring his contributions to the field.

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SP2 Alum, Director of LGBT Affairs Aims to Heal City’s LGBTQ community

An SP2 alum, newly named the city's LGBT Affairs director, shares plans to support and heal Philadelphia's LGBT community.

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Changing the World We Live in

Penn SP2 tackles how a rapidly changing world is reshaping social policy, practice, and communities today.

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Professor Delivers Keynote in London, Discusses Predictive Policing

An SP2 professor delivered a keynote at the University of London examining the risks and promise of predictive policing.

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Franklin SP2 Prize Calls for Innovation, Solutions to Complex Problems

The Franklin@SP2 Prize calls on innovators to pitch bold solutions to some of society's most complex problems.

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New Faculty Appointments to Broaden SP2’s Research Talent, Expertise

New faculty appointments are broadening SP2's research talent and educational expertise.

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SP2 Professor Addresses Geriatric Depression and Mental Health in Hong Kong

A Penn SP2 professor served as an international research consultant addressing geriatric depression and mental health issues in Hong Kong.

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Don’t Miss SP2 Alumni Weekend 2017

Relive highlights from Penn SP2's 2017 Alumni Weekend celebration.

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SP2 Researcher Creates Crowdfunding App, Different Way to Donate

An SP2 researcher has built a crowdfunding app that connects people in need directly with resources and support.

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Joint-degree Programs Give Students New Perspective

Penn SP2's joint degree programs give students a broader, interdisciplinary perspective on social impact careers.

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For sexual assault survivors, Greitens’ return can mean fresh trauma, experts say

Dee Ogilvy was sexually assaulted 42 years ago at her place of work. The police never made an arrest in the case and a shoulder…

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A Call to Healing Asian Racialized Trauma

Jessica Cho Kim, LCSW, an Asian American psychotherapist, researcher, and doctoral student in social welfare at the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and…

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Ideas We Should Steal: Universal Child Care

Some reports project that access to affordable (or free) quality child care could save PA families on average $6,800, freeing up about 12% of their…

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COVID-19 and women in the workforce

Penn School of Social Policy & Practice associate professor Johanna K.P. Greeson was featured in a Penn Today piece in which women across the University…

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One Step Closer: A Deep Look at Universal Basic Income with Professor Ioana Elena Marinescu

What are the pros and cons for Universal Basic Income, the Andrew Yang Plan, and ending poverty in the United States once and for all?…

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NYT Opinion: Andrew Yang Isn’t Doing U.B.I. Right

Penn School of Social Policy & Practice assistant professor Ioana Marinescu's work was cited in a recent New York Times opinion piece on guaranteed income.…

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Biden’s Stimulus Plan Contains an Experiment in Universal Basic Income

The $1.9-trillion pandemic-relief bill recently signed by President Biden offers a variety of benefits intended to address economic hardship caused by the pandemic, including an…

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Asian American leaders, racial justice advocates say ‘sense of urgency’ needed to combat hate crimes, racism

For the past year or so Asian Americans have been negotiating belligerence, intimidation and even violence from members of their community. But the hatred is…

pennlive.com Asian American leaders, racial justice advocates say ‘sense of urgency’ needed to combat hate crimes, racism

Is Guaranteed Income the Answer to Poverty in America? This Study Says Yes

A groundbreaking new study on guaranteed income shows how an extra $500/month can radically change the lives of low-income Americans. SP2 assistant professor Amy Castro…

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Column: Stockton study shows that universal basic income can be life-changing

The concept of universal basic income, which has received a boost from economic conditions during the pandemic, has just received another favorable vote. This one…

latimes.com Column: Stockton study shows that universal basic income can be life-changing

Paterson’s guaranteed income program — 110 families will get $400 a month — moves forward

The City Council seems set to sign off on a program launched by the mayor that would provide 110 Paterson families with $400 per month…

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Experiment in guaranteed income leads to more work and better health, analysis shows

More than two years after a group of residents from a northern California city first started receiving monthly cash payments with no-strings attached, the results…

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