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The Politics of Well-being

The Politics of Well-being Series: Civil Society and Well-Being

The Ronald O. Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics - Forum 133 S 36th St, Philadelphia, PA

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 […]

Racial Equity throughout the Data Life Cycle – Virtual Talk

Virtual

Centring Racial Equity Throughout the Data Life Cycle Data integration by government and community-based organizations is undertaken for the public good to support the interconnected needs of families and communities. Though data infrastructure is a powerful tool to support equity-oriented reforms, equity is rarely centred as a core goal for data integration. This raises fundamental […]

Certificate for Applied Data Ethics, Law, and the Social Good Virtual Meet and Greet

Virtual

Interested in learning more about SP2’s newest certificate, the Certificate in Applied Data Ethics, Law, and the Social Good? Join us for a Virtual Meet and Greet on Monday, October 6th, from 2–3 PM! Register here to receive the event link. We look forward to seeing you there!

The Politics of Well-being: Tech and Well-being

The Ronald O. Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics - Forum 133 S 36th St, Philadelphia, PA

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. […]

Field Center Fall Community Symposium

When Advocacy Silences: Confronting the Harms of Child Welfare Abolition Former Foster Youth Speaks Back to Academic Power Featured Speaker: L. Patty Flores, MSW, ASW Save the Date for an in-person on-campus event hosted by the Field Center for Children’s Policy, Practice & Research. Lean more: https://fieldcenteratpenn.org/event/save-the-date-field-center-fall-community-symposium/

The Politics of Well-being

The Politics of Well-Being: Economy & Well-being

The Ronald O. Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics - Forum 133 S 36th St, Philadelphia, PA

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 --- Speaker […]

The Politics of Well-being

The Politics of Well-Being: Place and Well-Being

The Ronald O. Perelman Center for Political Science and Economics - Forum 133 S 36th St, Philadelphia, PA

Where we live matters. This panel explores the geography of well-being: how neighborhood infrastructure, environmental justice, urban design, and housing access shape physical and mental health. We'll look at how place-based policies can foster or undermine equitable outcomes — and how communities reclaim agency over space. With Millan AbiNader & Alice Xu --- Speaker Biographies: […]