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Policy for the Public Good
At the Institute, process matters. We don’t purport to have the answer to the complex challenges facing our world, but believe we can solve them together.
For over 20 years, our team of dedicated public servants has addressed social and community issues using unbiased, fact-based approaches to develop and implement fair and effective public policies. We bring together diverse stakeholders - including the public, elected officials, state agencies, educators, nonprofit providers, advocacy organizations, and impacted individuals - to drive positive change.
As a non-partisan organization, we take pride in being a respected and visible part of Connecticut, conducting ethical scientific research and transparently sharing our findings. We nurture a constant curiosity through events like conferences, forums, and training sessions to promote ongoing dialogue and collective growth.
Featured News
A Different Kind of Stage: Kate Mazzotta Finds Her Role in Advocacy
An unconventional path to public policy has become a career connecting legislative advocacy with the everyday experiences of children and families affected by parental incarceration
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CTCIP Provides Scholarships, Helps Share Stories
“It may mold who you are, but it won’t define your reach,” says scholarship recipient, of overcoming challenging childhood experience.
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Supporting Children, Strengthening Families: 10 Questions with Irvine Peck’s-Agaya
In recognition of October’s Children with Incarcerated Parents Month, we learn more about CTCIP from senior program manager Irvine Peck’s-Agaya.
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