Public Policy Associates, Inc. (PPA) celebrated the National Day of Racial Healing today (January 22, 2019). The W.K. Kellogg Foundation established the day in 2017 to help highlight both the racial divisions that still exist and to connect us all in our shared humanity. PPA’s core values include not only excellence … Continued
The state of Connecticut will spend up to $50 million to replicate the success of the Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board’s Manufacturing Pipeline Initiative, created to strengthen the advanced manufacturing sector of its economy and respond to immediate employer demand for skilled workers. Public Policy Associates, Inc. (PPA) was selected to be an evaluation partner … Continued
After Gretchen Whitmer became Michigan’s governor, the state returned to a divided government. Whitmer is a Democrat, while Republicans continue to control the legislature. PPA Board Chair Jeff Padden, along with Richard Cole and Doug Ross, wrote in the Detroit News that Michigan’s future will be much brighter if leaders of the two parties set … Continued
Glennie Burks has joined Public Policy Associates, Inc. as a senior research associate. ”Glennie brings a long and unique experience with juvenile justice through his specialization in diversion programs,” said David McConnell, PPA’s vice president for research operations. “Glennie is a welcome addition to our team working on criminal and juvenile justice issues.” Mr. Burks … Continued
