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Labor Markets and Social Policy: Future Outlooks and Challenges Please join Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) to hear from Ioana Marinescu, Associate Professor and Director of SP2’s MS in Social Policy Program. Dr. Marinescu, who is also a Faculty Research Fellow for the National Bureau of Economic Research, spent time in the Biden […]
Join the Center for Social Impact Strategy (CSIS) and Penn Center for Inclusive Innovation & Technology for our 2025 speaker series! Our first virtual event is on February 24 with Lina Pérez and Dan Lammot. They will present a live hands-on demo of b.world, an AI-powered impact measurement and storytelling app for social purpose organizations. To […]
Dr. Elizabeth DeYoung, a research scientist at SP2’s Center for Guaranteed Income Research, is the author of the book “Power, Politics and Territory in the ‘New Northern Ireland’: Girdwood Barracks and the Story of the Peace Process,” which critiques a major investment in a former conflict zone and an internationally significant peacebuilding project. The evening […]
Join us virtually on July 28 from 3-4:30 pm. Register at https://bit.ly/SPEAK25. David Rhode will discuss his book "Passion Isn't Enough: A Practical Guide for Nonprofit Leaders ". Participants will gain valuable insights into the role of the board, what nonprofit organizations should expect from their board members, and strategies for attracting and developing a […]
What role do civil society organizations play in shaping well-being? Join us as we explore how nonprofit institutions, faith-based organizations, and philanthropic foundations contribute to — and sometimes complicate — efforts to improve public welfare. Drawing from real-world examples, our panel will consider how resource distribution, civic engagement, and policy implementation intersect in pursuit of […]
How do emerging technologies influence our sense of well-being? From predictive analytics in social services to the role of social media in youth mental health, this event explores both the promises and perils of data-driven systems. Featuring experts in AI, homelessness policy, and digital sociology, we’ll discuss how technology is reshaping care, community, and democracy. […]
Economic policy isn’t just about numbers—it’s about people. This session delves into the economic foundations of well-being, from labor protections and social safety nets to the politics of universal basic income. Our speakers will examine how economic structures and incentives shape human flourishing, inequality, and democratic participation. With Amy Castro & Ioana Marinescu and Moderator: […]
How do we ensure AI technologies serve communities and promote social good? Join us for an insider conversation with engaged scholars actively shaping how major tech platforms govern AI. Our speakers bring a social work and social policy perspective needed for AI governance—and they'll share how advisory councils function and influence tech companies from the […]
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How do race, gender, sexuality, and other aspects of identity influence well-being? This conversation centers on how identity-based disparities are embedded in social policy, housing, education, and healthcare systems. Our speakers will explore how intersectional approaches to well-being can illuminate paths toward greater justice and inclusion. With Amy Hillier & DeMarcus Jenkins, Moderated by Ayana […]