The solution to gridlock can be found in the voices of ordinary citizens who want something different from their government than recent years have delivered.
Guest post by Mark Turner, Director of Public Policy, Colorado Nonprofit Association
Jonathan Greenblatt, director of the Office of Social Innovation and Civic Participation at the White House, started off the session by expressing his appreciation for presenting at the IS Public Policy Action Institute immediately following the election. He said that his office wants to be a partner with the social sector.
Cara Underwood, Senior Program and Public Policy Manager, Southern California Grantmakers
This afternoon, Independent Sector brought together attendees from the Public Policy Action Institute (PPAI) and NGen Pre-Conference for the Luncheon Keynote and Conversation with a Sector Leader to hear from two of the field's greatest champions about leadership, policy, and the future of our sector.
Democracy thrives by working to enlist everyone to truly reflect the will of the people. Read more in Diana’s blog.
Guest post by: Trish Tchume, director, Young Nonprofit Professionals Network
In Ai-jen's work, three core principles guide her:
1. Believe in the power of a story.
2. What feeling do you want people to walk away with?
3. Remember the importance of love.
