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“Any wrong interpretation of what is coming next can escalate the situation really quickly in an unintended way.”
Prof Annette Idler highlights the risks as the US applies pressure on Venezuala.👇
https://ow.ly/SMak50Xz0vz
Prof Annette Idler highlights the risks as the US applies pressure on Venezuala.👇
https://ow.ly/SMak50Xz0vz
Why Trump’s military threats to Venezuela could backfire - spectacularly
Military pressure on Venezuela could spill over into a direct conflict that could backfire on the US President and threaten his domestic agenda
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November 28, 2025 at 1:05 PM
“Any wrong interpretation of what is coming next can escalate the situation really quickly in an unintended way.”
Prof Annette Idler highlights the risks as the US applies pressure on Venezuala.👇
https://ow.ly/SMak50Xz0vz
Prof Annette Idler highlights the risks as the US applies pressure on Venezuala.👇
https://ow.ly/SMak50Xz0vz
🌎 What did #COP30 tell us about the future of global climate action?
Professors Rachel Kyte CMG, Thomas Hale and Alan Stein reflect on the summit, from shifting geopolitical dynamics to the landmark Belém Health Action Plan.👇
https://ow.ly/lC2i50XyBwY
Professors Rachel Kyte CMG, Thomas Hale and Alan Stein reflect on the summit, from shifting geopolitical dynamics to the landmark Belém Health Action Plan.👇
https://ow.ly/lC2i50XyBwY
November 27, 2025 at 12:15 PM
🌎 What did #COP30 tell us about the future of global climate action?
Professors Rachel Kyte CMG, Thomas Hale and Alan Stein reflect on the summit, from shifting geopolitical dynamics to the landmark Belém Health Action Plan.👇
https://ow.ly/lC2i50XyBwY
Professors Rachel Kyte CMG, Thomas Hale and Alan Stein reflect on the summit, from shifting geopolitical dynamics to the landmark Belém Health Action Plan.👇
https://ow.ly/lC2i50XyBwY
“This ‘fiscal drag’ means that hundreds of thousands will start paying income tax for the first time, and all existing taxpayers will face higher liabilities.”
Prof Irem Guceri provides her take on the budget in Aljazeera👇
https://ow.ly/aytT50XyxGU
Prof Irem Guceri provides her take on the budget in Aljazeera👇
https://ow.ly/aytT50XyxGU
Five key takeaways from the UK’s tax-and-spending budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a rise in taxes and increased welfare spending.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:45 AM
“This ‘fiscal drag’ means that hundreds of thousands will start paying income tax for the first time, and all existing taxpayers will face higher liabilities.”
Prof Irem Guceri provides her take on the budget in Aljazeera👇
https://ow.ly/aytT50XyxGU
Prof Irem Guceri provides her take on the budget in Aljazeera👇
https://ow.ly/aytT50XyxGU
"In a year of worsening climate impacts and geopolitical conflict, COP30 was both absolutely necessary and completely insufficient."
Prof @thomasnhale.bsky.social reflects on the outcomes of #COP30. 👇
Prof @thomasnhale.bsky.social reflects on the outcomes of #COP30. 👇
Researchers from across Oxford University were on the ground at #COP30 in Belém, taking part in side events, presenting new research, and working with partners to support the negotiations and inform the wider political process.
Read on for perspectives from Oxford experts ⬇️
Read on for perspectives from Oxford experts ⬇️
Expert Comment: Reflections on COP30 in Belém | University of Oxford
Researchers from across the University of Oxford were on the ground at COP30 in Belém, taking part in side events, presenting new research, and working with partners to support the negotiations and
www.ox.ac.uk
November 27, 2025 at 9:42 AM
"In a year of worsening climate impacts and geopolitical conflict, COP30 was both absolutely necessary and completely insufficient."
Prof @thomasnhale.bsky.social reflects on the outcomes of #COP30. 👇
Prof @thomasnhale.bsky.social reflects on the outcomes of #COP30. 👇
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Great to see the views of Oxford Net Zero members @thomasnhale.bsky.social, Nathalie Seddon & Aline Soterroni on phasing out fossil fuels & the centrality of protection for forests & biodiversity in this @ox.ac.uk piece. @blavatnikschool.bsky.social @naturebasedsols.bsky.social @biology.ox.ac.uk
Researchers from across Oxford University were on the ground at #COP30 in Belém, taking part in side events, presenting new research, and working with partners to support the negotiations and inform the wider political process.
Read on for perspectives from Oxford experts ⬇️
Read on for perspectives from Oxford experts ⬇️
Expert Comment: Reflections on COP30 in Belém | University of Oxford
Researchers from across the University of Oxford were on the ground at COP30 in Belém, taking part in side events, presenting new research, and working with partners to support the negotiations and
www.ox.ac.uk
November 27, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Great to see the views of Oxford Net Zero members @thomasnhale.bsky.social, Nathalie Seddon & Aline Soterroni on phasing out fossil fuels & the centrality of protection for forests & biodiversity in this @ox.ac.uk piece. @blavatnikschool.bsky.social @naturebasedsols.bsky.social @biology.ox.ac.uk
🌟🇬🇳 New MPP scholarship for Guinean Students
We are pleased to share that a new scholarship is being funded to support one student from Guinea to study for the Master of Public Policy.
Apply by 2 December 25!👇
https://ow.ly/Um8p50Xy1tg
We are pleased to share that a new scholarship is being funded to support one student from Guinea to study for the Master of Public Policy.
Apply by 2 December 25!👇
https://ow.ly/Um8p50Xy1tg
New MPP scholarship for Guinean students
We are delighted to announce that the Simandou Academy will fund a new scholarship supporting one student from Guinea to pursue the Master of Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government.
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November 26, 2025 at 2:02 PM
🌟🇬🇳 New MPP scholarship for Guinean Students
We are pleased to share that a new scholarship is being funded to support one student from Guinea to study for the Master of Public Policy.
Apply by 2 December 25!👇
https://ow.ly/Um8p50Xy1tg
We are pleased to share that a new scholarship is being funded to support one student from Guinea to study for the Master of Public Policy.
Apply by 2 December 25!👇
https://ow.ly/Um8p50Xy1tg
🌟 Rhodes Trust Scholars are a huge part of our MPP community, with 21 currently studying with us! If you’re a first or second-year #RhodesScholar considering your next step, we’d love to see your application.
Apply by 2 December 2025 👇
https://ow.ly/Whm050XxZlj
Apply by 2 December 2025 👇
https://ow.ly/Whm050XxZlj
November 26, 2025 at 10:35 AM
🌟 Rhodes Trust Scholars are a huge part of our MPP community, with 21 currently studying with us! If you’re a first or second-year #RhodesScholar considering your next step, we’d love to see your application.
Apply by 2 December 2025 👇
https://ow.ly/Whm050XxZlj
Apply by 2 December 2025 👇
https://ow.ly/Whm050XxZlj
Will public services change course when they receive tough feedback but face no penalties? New research by Prof Thomas Elston and Han Wang shows that even “low-stakes” accountability can spark real turnaround behaviours in local government.
Read open-access 👇
https://ow.ly/ccCW50XxpSp
Read open-access 👇
https://ow.ly/ccCW50XxpSp
November 25, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Will public services change course when they receive tough feedback but face no penalties? New research by Prof Thomas Elston and Han Wang shows that even “low-stakes” accountability can spark real turnaround behaviours in local government.
Read open-access 👇
https://ow.ly/ccCW50XxpSp
Read open-access 👇
https://ow.ly/ccCW50XxpSp
Master of Public Policy student Sylwia Łyskawka joined the School to advance climate and water governance through dialogue and policy. 💧🌎
Read her full spotlight interview👇
https://ow.ly/BLKV50XwKrS
Read her full spotlight interview👇
https://ow.ly/BLKV50XwKrS
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Master of Public Policy student Sylwia Łyskawka joined the School to advance climate and water governance through dialogue and policy. 💧🌎
Read her full spotlight interview👇
https://ow.ly/BLKV50XwKrS
Read her full spotlight interview👇
https://ow.ly/BLKV50XwKrS
⏰ The application deadline for our Master of Public Policy is fast approaching!
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/1A9X50XpUQ5
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/1A9X50XpUQ5
November 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
⏰ The application deadline for our Master of Public Policy is fast approaching!
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/1A9X50XpUQ5
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/1A9X50XpUQ5
“Given the times we live in, simply reaffirming that human dignity must remain at the centre of development feels more necessary than ever.”
Co-Director of the MPP Flavia Galvani reflects on the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha.👇
https://ow.ly/lyyu50XtB7m
Co-Director of the MPP Flavia Galvani reflects on the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha.👇
https://ow.ly/lyyu50XtB7m
November 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
“Given the times we live in, simply reaffirming that human dignity must remain at the centre of development feels more necessary than ever.”
Co-Director of the MPP Flavia Galvani reflects on the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha.👇
https://ow.ly/lyyu50XtB7m
Co-Director of the MPP Flavia Galvani reflects on the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha.👇
https://ow.ly/lyyu50XtB7m
Curious about how the Master of Public Policy can shape your public service career? 🌟
Hear from four of our MPP alumni as they share how the programme and School community continues to guide and inspire their work today. 👇
https://ow.ly/nbAH50XuOVL
Hear from four of our MPP alumni as they share how the programme and School community continues to guide and inspire their work today. 👇
https://ow.ly/nbAH50XuOVL
Master of Public Policy – Alumni Q&A 2025
Our alumni speakers share insights on studying at the School, life in Oxford, and how the MPP can open up new pathways in public service, policymaking and beyond.
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November 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Curious about how the Master of Public Policy can shape your public service career? 🌟
Hear from four of our MPP alumni as they share how the programme and School community continues to guide and inspire their work today. 👇
https://ow.ly/nbAH50XuOVL
Hear from four of our MPP alumni as they share how the programme and School community continues to guide and inspire their work today. 👇
https://ow.ly/nbAH50XuOVL
"It is time to confront the delusion that the UK can provide Scandinavian-style welfare with American-style taxation."
Associate Prof İrem Güçeri and Prof Christopher Adam, ODID, University of Oxford, set out the choices Britain now faces in their Financial Times letter👇
https://ow.ly/saJp50XvFOB
Associate Prof İrem Güçeri and Prof Christopher Adam, ODID, University of Oxford, set out the choices Britain now faces in their Financial Times letter👇
https://ow.ly/saJp50XvFOB
November 21, 2025 at 11:40 AM
"It is time to confront the delusion that the UK can provide Scandinavian-style welfare with American-style taxation."
Associate Prof İrem Güçeri and Prof Christopher Adam, ODID, University of Oxford, set out the choices Britain now faces in their Financial Times letter👇
https://ow.ly/saJp50XvFOB
Associate Prof İrem Güçeri and Prof Christopher Adam, ODID, University of Oxford, set out the choices Britain now faces in their Financial Times letter👇
https://ow.ly/saJp50XvFOB
This week Profs Emily Jones and Ciaran Martin, alongside the BSG team, were in Lagos delivering the AIG Public Leaders Programme to 70 committed public servants from across Africa, to strengthen their skills for leading institutional reform. 🌍🇳🇬
https://ow.ly/h2LP50XvFyz
https://ow.ly/h2LP50XvFyz
November 21, 2025 at 11:01 AM
This week Profs Emily Jones and Ciaran Martin, alongside the BSG team, were in Lagos delivering the AIG Public Leaders Programme to 70 committed public servants from across Africa, to strengthen their skills for leading institutional reform. 🌍🇳🇬
https://ow.ly/h2LP50XvFyz
https://ow.ly/h2LP50XvFyz
🇨🇴 Colombia has ratified the UN’s torture prevention protocol − 23 years after its adoption.
MPP student Laura Quiza Ortiz unpacks what this milestone means for accountability, detention conditions and the challenges ahead. 👇
https://ow.ly/EeKu50XuNok
MPP student Laura Quiza Ortiz unpacks what this milestone means for accountability, detention conditions and the challenges ahead. 👇
https://ow.ly/EeKu50XuNok
November 21, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🇨🇴 Colombia has ratified the UN’s torture prevention protocol − 23 years after its adoption.
MPP student Laura Quiza Ortiz unpacks what this milestone means for accountability, detention conditions and the challenges ahead. 👇
https://ow.ly/EeKu50XuNok
MPP student Laura Quiza Ortiz unpacks what this milestone means for accountability, detention conditions and the challenges ahead. 👇
https://ow.ly/EeKu50XuNok
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Don't miss this fascinating thread about findings from the Climate Policy Monitor, analysing global climate policies⬇️
Featuring insights from our divisional colleagues Professor Thomas Hale @blavatnikschool.bsky.social & Dr Thom Wetzer @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social #COP30
Featuring insights from our divisional colleagues Professor Thomas Hale @blavatnikschool.bsky.social & Dr Thom Wetzer @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social #COP30
NEW: As world leaders meet at #COP30, Oxford research reveals which countries are turning climate promises into action and which aren’t. 🌍
The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.
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The Climate Policy Monitor gives the clearest picture yet of how national laws stack up against global climate goals.
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November 20, 2025 at 9:16 AM
Don't miss this fascinating thread about findings from the Climate Policy Monitor, analysing global climate policies⬇️
Featuring insights from our divisional colleagues Professor Thomas Hale @blavatnikschool.bsky.social & Dr Thom Wetzer @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social #COP30
Featuring insights from our divisional colleagues Professor Thomas Hale @blavatnikschool.bsky.social & Dr Thom Wetzer @oxfordlawfac.bsky.social #COP30
"Global trade and digital connectivity is what turned these Brazilian factions into networked global organisations."
Associate Prof Annette Idler explains Brazil's role in global drug trafficking. 👇
https://ow.ly/ghjp50XuI4l
Associate Prof Annette Idler explains Brazil's role in global drug trafficking. 👇
https://ow.ly/ghjp50XuI4l
November 20, 2025 at 3:02 PM
"Global trade and digital connectivity is what turned these Brazilian factions into networked global organisations."
Associate Prof Annette Idler explains Brazil's role in global drug trafficking. 👇
https://ow.ly/ghjp50XuI4l
Associate Prof Annette Idler explains Brazil's role in global drug trafficking. 👇
https://ow.ly/ghjp50XuI4l
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2 - 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Discussion featuring contributions from Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, Sweden, UK, Climate Champions team, alongside many other engaged participants committed to driving implementation forward.
@blavatnikschool.bsky.social
@oxsustfinance.bsky.social
Discussion featuring contributions from Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, Sweden, UK, Climate Champions team, alongside many other engaged participants committed to driving implementation forward.
@blavatnikschool.bsky.social
@oxsustfinance.bsky.social
November 20, 2025 at 10:31 AM
2 - 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
Discussion featuring contributions from Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, Sweden, UK, Climate Champions team, alongside many other engaged participants committed to driving implementation forward.
@blavatnikschool.bsky.social
@oxsustfinance.bsky.social
Discussion featuring contributions from Brazil, Costa Rica, Germany, Sweden, UK, Climate Champions team, alongside many other engaged participants committed to driving implementation forward.
@blavatnikschool.bsky.social
@oxsustfinance.bsky.social
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𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐞́𝐦 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
The Declaration builds on work from the OxGAP project, co-led by Emma Lecavalier & Kaya Axelsson — a collaboration between the #OxfordSmithSchool and the @blavatnikschool.bsky.social , with expertise from several @ox.ac.uk experts.
The Declaration builds on work from the OxGAP project, co-led by Emma Lecavalier & Kaya Axelsson — a collaboration between the #OxfordSmithSchool and the @blavatnikschool.bsky.social , with expertise from several @ox.ac.uk experts.
November 20, 2025 at 10:31 AM
𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐞́𝐦 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.
The Declaration builds on work from the OxGAP project, co-led by Emma Lecavalier & Kaya Axelsson — a collaboration between the #OxfordSmithSchool and the @blavatnikschool.bsky.social , with expertise from several @ox.ac.uk experts.
The Declaration builds on work from the OxGAP project, co-led by Emma Lecavalier & Kaya Axelsson — a collaboration between the #OxfordSmithSchool and the @blavatnikschool.bsky.social , with expertise from several @ox.ac.uk experts.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us online & at @blavatnikschool.bsky.social for the event last night on 'Public Policy & Agent Interests' with Shamsuddeen Usman,
@gamblingondev.bsky.social, Andrew Nevin, & Michael Odijie
📽️Watch the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDOV...
@gamblingondev.bsky.social, Andrew Nevin, & Michael Odijie
📽️Watch the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDOV...
November 20, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us online & at @blavatnikschool.bsky.social for the event last night on 'Public Policy & Agent Interests' with Shamsuddeen Usman,
@gamblingondev.bsky.social, Andrew Nevin, & Michael Odijie
📽️Watch the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDOV...
@gamblingondev.bsky.social, Andrew Nevin, & Michael Odijie
📽️Watch the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDOV...
Charles Shachinda (MPP 2024) shares how the MPP has reshaped his perspective and how he’ll apply those lessons to drive progress in global infrastructure and water policy. 🌎💧
Read the full spotlight 👇
https://ow.ly/h3mo50XnL4f
Read the full spotlight 👇
https://ow.ly/h3mo50XnL4f
November 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Charles Shachinda (MPP 2024) shares how the MPP has reshaped his perspective and how he’ll apply those lessons to drive progress in global infrastructure and water policy. 🌎💧
Read the full spotlight 👇
https://ow.ly/h3mo50XnL4f
Read the full spotlight 👇
https://ow.ly/h3mo50XnL4f
We’re pleased to announce that Christian Turner, the incoming UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, will be joining the School as a Visiting Public Leadership Fellow.👇
https://ow.ly/G0rL50XsY3n
https://ow.ly/G0rL50XsY3n
Christian Turner to join Blavatnik School as Visiting Public Leadership Fellow
Christian Turner, the incoming UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN in New York, has been appointed a Visiting Public Leadership Fellow at Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
We’re pleased to announce that Christian Turner, the incoming UK Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, will be joining the School as a Visiting Public Leadership Fellow.👇
https://ow.ly/G0rL50XsY3n
https://ow.ly/G0rL50XsY3n
⏰ The application deadline for our Master of Public Policy is fast approaching!
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/5iLq50XpUPg
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/5iLq50XpUPg
November 17, 2025 at 2:01 PM
⏰ The application deadline for our Master of Public Policy is fast approaching!
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/5iLq50XpUPg
If you're already shaping change, the MPP will sharpen your skills to lead, influence and deliver real impact. Apply by 2 December 2025👇
https://ow.ly/5iLq50XpUPg
The inclusion of children in the Belém Health Action Plan follows work by the @childrenandclimate.bsky.social alongside MPP alumna Omnia El Omrani. 🌎🤝 #COP30
'I am delighted by this overdue focus.'
@blavatnikschool.bsky.social's Prof Alan Stein responds to the release of the Belém Health Action Plan at #COP30 today, and explains why children need greater consideration in global climate policy discourse ⬇️ #OxfordClimate
@blavatnikschool.bsky.social's Prof Alan Stein responds to the release of the Belém Health Action Plan at #COP30 today, and explains why children need greater consideration in global climate policy discourse ⬇️ #OxfordClimate
Expert Comment: A win for children at COP30 | University of Oxford
Professor Alan Stein, the director of the Children and Climate Initiative at the Blavatnik School of Government, Oxford University, responds to the release of the Belém Health Action Plan at COP30
www.ox.ac.uk
November 13, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The inclusion of children in the Belém Health Action Plan follows work by the @childrenandclimate.bsky.social alongside MPP alumna Omnia El Omrani. 🌎🤝 #COP30
🌟 Thinking of applying for the Master of Public Policy? Are you curious about how the MPP can shape your career?
Join our Alumni Q&A to hear from alumni about their experiences on the MPP and how it continues to shape their work today. Register👇
https://ow.ly/OmpV50XlCNg
Join our Alumni Q&A to hear from alumni about their experiences on the MPP and how it continues to shape their work today. Register👇
https://ow.ly/OmpV50XlCNg
November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
🌟 Thinking of applying for the Master of Public Policy? Are you curious about how the MPP can shape your career?
Join our Alumni Q&A to hear from alumni about their experiences on the MPP and how it continues to shape their work today. Register👇
https://ow.ly/OmpV50XlCNg
Join our Alumni Q&A to hear from alumni about their experiences on the MPP and how it continues to shape their work today. Register👇
https://ow.ly/OmpV50XlCNg