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Below, you will find links to some of our most recent news stories. Each is an opportunity to learn about our work with other clients, our experience, and our team members.
Spotlight on Research Associate I Calandra Reichel
Research Associate I Calandra Reichel brings strong qualitative research skills to her work at Public Policy Associates with experience that includes data collection and analysis, survey design, and reporting. She…
ViewPPA Proudly Partners with MITTIN to Enhance Independence for Michigan’s Learners with Special Needs
Public Policy Associates (PPA) is privileged to collaborate with MITTIN (Michigan Transition to Independence), a forward-thinking initiative dedicated to helping students with special needs develop essential life skills and foster…
ViewPPA Research Partnership with State Agencies Helps Improve Child Care Access
PRESS RELEASE – Changes in child care policies in Michigan have improved access to child care for families and enhanced financial stability for child care providers, according to long-term research…
ViewCurrent Open Career Opportunities
Policy Associate
We are seeking to add a full-time Policy Associate to our team. This entry-level position will contribute to multiple projects and support business development activities, such as proposal preparation. This includes assisting in delivering quality work products and services for coalitions and other collaboratives, including online research, policy agenda development and documentation, working group facilitation, outreach support, presentation slides, written analysis and summaries, and other similar activities as needed.
ViewResearch Associate I
We are seeking to add a full-time Research Associate to our team. This entry-level position will contribute to multiple projects across PPA’s focus areas and support business development activities, such as proposal preparation.
ViewFeatured Work
We are always proud of the product we produce for our clients. Below is a recent sampling of some of our work in different policy areas. Each featured work item showcases our ability to not only give the clients what they need, but produce something that stands out and makes a difference.
Case Study Report: Experiences of Infant/Toddler Quality Improvement Pilot Providers
The PPA research team conducted site visits to eight providers enrolled in the Infant/Toddler Quality Improvement (ITQI) Pilot to interview key staff and collect parent surveys. This pilot provided funding…
View ProjectChild Care Policy Lessons
Key Michigan Policy Results 2015-2022 When families have access to affordable high-quality child care, many short- and long-term benefits accrue to communities,families, and children in terms of their cognitive, behavioral,…
View ProjectMichigan Child Care Policy Effects
Even in the best of times, high-quality child care is out of reach for many families who need it. Families typically spend between 15% (two earners) and 36% (single earner)…
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