COVID-19 has from the outset been a disrupter and will likely lead to permanent changes in a variety of areas from retail
markets to the use of commercial office space, the vitality of small businesses and the delivery of public services at the state and local level. In addition, Connecticut has the dubious distinction of having the 48th (out of 51) rank on income polarization in the country, with 18.8 times as much income going to the top 20% than reaches the bottom 20%.

Rather than think of “bouncing back” to the previous status quo, the crisis offers an opportunity to get beyond “business as usual” to carry out a paradigm shift for public service delivery, and to move forward on economic and social justice issues.

The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the importance of advanced information technology at the state and local level and of moving forward to implement best practices across an array of service areas. It also exposed weaknesses in legacy systems that were not up to increased demand.
Panel 1: Bouncing Forward from the Pandemic: Next Steps for Public Services Delivery in CT
For more Info:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19-ATitHasm5ZsUMXUJFt-OKF3YbjkK76/view?usp=sharing

Join the People's Parity Project at UConn Law for legislative advocacy training, including the basics of general policy advocacy but with a focus on the Connecticut General Assembly. Sessions include a panel with influential advocates actively engaged in Hartford lobbying, a media advocacy discussion with Connecticut political correspondents, and a workers' rights legislative pitch competition coached by leading employment attorneys and judged by Hartford-area state legislators. Speakers and Trainers include: Kathy Flaherty, Executive Director, Connecticut Legal Rights Project Melvin Medina, Public Policy and Advocacy Director, ACLU-Connecticut Ellen Scalettar; Senior Fellow for Fiscal Policy, CT Voices for Children; Visiting Clinical Lecturer, Yale Law School Cheryl Sharp, Deputy Director, Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Max Reiss, Communications Director, Office of Governor Ned Lamont Christine Stuart, Political Reporter, NBC Connecticut and http://ctnewsjunkie.com Irene Bassock, Of Counsel, Cohen & Buckman Richard Hayber; Partner; Hayber, McKenna & Dinsmore Dan Livingston, Partner; Livingston, Adler, Pulda, Meiklejohn & Kelly Senator Douglas McCrory, Connecticut State Senate Representative Brandon McGee, Connecticut House of Representatives Representative Jillian Gilchrest, Connecticut House of Representatives

COVID-19 has from the outset been a disrupter and will likely lead to permanent changes in a variety of areas from retail
markets to the use of commercial office space, the vitality of small businesses and the delivery of public services at the state and local level. In addition, Connecticut has the dubious distinction of having the 48th (out of 51) rank on income polarization in the country, with 18.8 times as much income going to the top 20% than reaches the bottom 20%.

Rather than think of “bouncing back” to the previous status quo, the crisis offers an opportunity to get beyond “business as usual” to carry out a paradigm shift for public service delivery, and to move forward on economic and social justice issues.

The COVID-19 crisis has highlighted the importance of advanced information technology at the state and local level and of moving forward to implement best practices across an array of service areas. It also exposed weaknesses in legacy systems that were not up to increased demand.

Panel 2: Bouncing Forward from the Pandemic: Economic Disparities,
School, Childcare, and Residential Integration 

For more Info:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/19-ATitHasm5ZsUMXUJFt-OKF3YbjkK76/view?usp=sharing

Policy for the People, a Harvard IOP program, is currently accepting applications for the Pandemic Policython!

From October 23rd-25th, you will have the chance to propose policy-based solutions to some of today’s most pressing challenges and submit your policy memos to policymakers.

We will have speakers sessions and mentors from academic institutions like the Harvard Kennedy School and organizations like the World Health Organization available remotely.

Visit our website https://policython.org/ for more info.

With Anne Yurasek, Principal of Fio Partners

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, leaders like you have been grappling with numerous and unexpected challenges across their programs, workforce, finances, and more. The future is uncertain, but as we look ahead to the next year, it is clear that the pandemic and racial justice movements will continue to have a significant impact. It will be critical for leaders to continue to evolve their practices, build resolve, support their people, and plan for what’s next.
What you will learn?
This session will provide a range of models, tools, and approaches to support your organization over the coming year including:
Scenario planning and decision making to ensure leadership alignment
Supporting remote teams and tips for virtual facilitation
Strategies for self-care and renewal.
Attendees will have the opportunity to explore different approaches and discuss opportunities for implementation within their organizations.

For more Info:
https://dpp.uconn.edu/collaborative/leading-unclear-challenging-times/

Policy for the People, a Harvard IOP program, is currently accepting applications for the Pandemic Policython!

From October 23rd-25th, you will have the chance to propose policy-based solutions to some of today’s most pressing challenges and submit your policy memos to policymakers.

We will have speakers sessions and mentors from academic institutions like the Harvard Kennedy School and organizations like the World Health Organization available remotely.

Visit our website https://policython.org/ for more info.

Policy for the People, a Harvard IOP program, is currently accepting applications for the Pandemic Policython!

From October 23rd-25th, you will have the chance to propose policy-based solutions to some of today’s most pressing challenges and submit your policy memos to policymakers.

We will have speakers sessions and mentors from academic institutions like the Harvard Kennedy School and organizations like the World Health Organization available remotely.

Visit our website https://policython.org/ for more info.