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Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 21h

Our PPA team at the #OFNConference in Washington DC! #OFN41 #CDFILeadership

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 5d

Our team, led by Robb Burroughs, Director of Justice Policy; Dan Quinn, Ph.D., Chief Strategy Officer; and Maddie Thomas, Policy Associate, is set to present at the CDFI Research Symposium on October 21, 2025.

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 5d

New issue brief! We are pleased to share a new issue brief examining how child care centers, group homes, and family homes engage with Michigan’s Great Start to Quality program. Entitled “Paths to Quality Recognition,” you can read it here- publicpolicy.com/featured-wor...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 6d

Last week, PPA was proud to be a sponsor of 2025 Michigan Food as Medicine Summit. Project Manager Anna Fischer also took part in a panel discussion. Learn more-
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Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 8d

The state of Michigan is celebrating Free School Lunch Week (Oct 13-17). We know the positive impact that access to #healthyfoods & #foodsecurity can have both on an individual & community. If you would like to know more about our research, visit- publicpolicy.com/policy-areas...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 12d

We are pleased to share this new report on the state of license-exempt child care in Michigan. It sets a baseline for further study of license-exempt providers and ways the State could better support #childcare access and quality through the CDC Scholarship Program. publicpolicy.com/featured-wor...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 13d

PPA's Maddie Thomas attended the MI Small Business Helper Launch Celebration. Hosted by the New Economy Initiative, this event celebrated the official launch of a free, public digital platform designed to connect #entrepreneurs and small business owners. neweconomyinitiative.org/michigan-mic...

Michigan Microbusiness Coalition Launches to Expand Support for Emerging Entrepreneurs, Small Businesses - New Economy Initiative

DETROIT – Today, the New Economy Initiative (NEI) and Michigan Municipal League (MML) Foundation announced the formation of the Michigan Microbusiness Coalition to increase statewide support and devel...

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Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 14d

Are you attending the 2025 Michigan Food as Medicine Summit? PPA is proud to be a sponsor, and two of our staff will be participating. Learn more- publicpolicy.com/news/ppa-pro...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 15d

This week, we are proud to be a sponsor of the Michigan Food as Medicine Summit. It brings together policymakers, health care providers, researchers, and community leaders to advance the integration of nutrition into the state’s health systems. Read more- publicpolicy.com/news/ppa-pro...

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Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 18d

We are proud to celebrate the vital impact of the MITTIN (MIchigan Transition To INdependence) project. This innovative program utilizes VR to equip students with special needs with essential life skills, and MSU research confirms the program's success. Read more- www.wilx.com/2025/10/02/v...

Virtual reality program helps special needs students learn life skills, according to MSU research

A VR program helps special needs students learn improtant life skills.

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Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 19d

Are you a researcher with skills in quantitative research? Consider joining our team! PPA provides clients with the evaluation, research, and strategic consultation they need to make smart public policy decisions. Learn more- publicpolicy.com/careers/rese...

#hiring #jobsearch

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 21d

PPA was honored to attend today's MIHEART meeting hosted by MCAN in support of Michigan's Sixty by 30 goal. Today, the meeting had a surprise guest- Governor Gretchen Whitmer!

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 22d

Have you read our latest #enews? We share a new #jobopening, a spotlight on one of our new employees and much more. You can read it here- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...

#makingadifference #researcher #evaluation

PPA eNews- PPA Is Here For You. New job opportunity, a press release, an employee spotlight and more.

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Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 25d

New #enewsletter is out today! A new #jobopportunity, an employee #spotlight, a press release, and more. You can read it here- mailchi.mp/publicpolicy...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 28d

New #pressrelease- PPA Facilitates Expansion of MIHEART, advancing Sixty by 30. Four key organizations join MIHEART. Read more- publicpolicy.com/news/press-r...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · 28d

Happy to announce a new job opportunity! We are seeing to add a #research associate to our team with #quantitative experience. More info here- publicpolicy.com/careers/rese...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 16

Each month our team gets together for an in-service day. It is an opportunity to reconnect, catch up on our work, and plan the next steps for our organization. Here are some images from the September gathering.

#workingtogether #virtualteam #makingadifference

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 16

We seek out those individuals who want to use their expertise, knowledge, and skills to make a positive impact…from a local community to nationwide. Join our team!

Two new job opportunities. publicpolicy.com/careers/

#JobSearch #Jobs #Employment

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 16

Former Senator Debbie Stabenow and Laila Bell from Skillman Foundation speaking about support, health, and care for our children. "Education is a launch pad for [life] success." - Laila Bell. At MLPP Champions for Kids event. PPA is a sponsor. mlpp.org/2025-kids-co...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 15

We believe that learning is a lifelong journey. We're proud to support programs and policies that help adults gain new skills, earn credentials, and build a future for themselves. Join us in celebrating the power of adult education! #AEFLWeek #AdultEducation #Literacy www.coabe.org/aefl-week

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 12

We’re celebrating #FFNAppreciationWeek! Where are the most license-exempt providers (LEPs) located in Michigan? Most LEPs live in densely populated and urban counties. However, license-exempt care is popular in counties across the entire state.
#FFNCareIsAlwaysThere

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 11

What makes license-exempt care different from licensed child care? For one, license-exempt providers care for mostly school-aged children. We are pleased to honor these family, friend, and neighbor providers during #FFNAppreciationWeek! homegrownchildcare.org/ffnappreciat...

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 10

The number of children with license-exempt providers (LEPs) declined during the pandemic but numbers are rebounding. Over 9,400 children received care from LEPs in 2023 using a Child Development and Care Scholarship. www.michigan.gov/mikidsmatter...
#FFNCareIsAlwaysThere #FFNAppreciationWeek

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 8

Welcome to the team Edgar Jaimes-Bautista! We are excited to have you as our new Program Evaluation Intern. Edgar is an MSW student at Michigan State University and brings experience working with at-risk & justice-involved youth. publicpolicy.com/team/edgar-s...

#NewIntern #Internship #PublicPolicy

Public Policy Associates @publicpolicy.bsky.social · Sep 8

License-exempt providers (LEPs) make up about half of the providers paid through the CDC Scholarship Program in Michigan! Their popularity show how important it is to include LEPs in child care networking groups. www.michigan.gov/mikidsmatter...
#FFNCareIsAlwaysThere #FFNAppreciationWeek