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A live panel discussion at the University of Pennsylvania on the experiences of students in Foster Care transitioning to Higher Education. For students in or aging out of foster care, transitioning to higher education can be especially challenging without resources and support. As the majority of youth in foster care aspire to attend college, effective […]
2024-2025 SP2 Speaker Series: Data Equitable Data — The Inside Story: How data integration can influence social policy and systems change Wednesday, February 12, 2025 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. EST Virtual Event Join Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) for a virtual conversation about how data integration can influence social policy and systems […]
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: […]