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At halfway point, how is Madison’s guaranteed income program doing?
Wisconsin State Journal

At halfway point, how is Madison’s guaranteed income program doing?

The Center for Guaranteed Income Research in the School of Social Policy & Practice selected participants and is gathering survey data for a guaranteed income pilot program in Madison, Wisconsin.

Preventing gun violence and reducing trauma in the United States
Counseling Schools

Preventing gun violence and reducing trauma in the United States

Susan B. Sorenson of the School of Social Policy & Practice says firearm violence permeates society and “mental health professionals bring a particular perspective that is needed to reduce trauma and prevent shootings.”

A more equitable society starts with social justice
students sitting around a table outside on locust walk Members of the Social Justice Scholars Program (from left to right): Josh Arinze, Gianni Morsell, Joelle Eliza Lingat, and Paloma Brand. Morsell and Brand were part of the first cohort of scholars and are expected to graduate in 2023. Arinze, who will also graduate in 2023, and Lingat, who will graduate in 2024, are members of the second cohort.

A more equitable society starts with social justice

The Social Justice Scholars Program at Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice is broadening access to graduate student education.

Sarah Punderson

How America is grappling with homelessness
NPR

How America is grappling with homelessness

Dennis Culhane of the School of Social Policy & Practice discusses the best way to address unhoused populations.

Five ways to give this holiday season
A caregiver "toasting" mugs with a toddler

Bridging the education gap is one way donors can meet crucial needs, says Rosqueta. Image: All Our Kin. 

Five ways to give this holiday season

The Center for High Impact Philanthropy identifies strategies for donors seeking to do more good.

Kristina García