EPI is proud to have our Director of Research and Fiscal Policy, Alan Krinsky, serve on Mayor-elect David Morales’ Budget Review & Revenue Transition Committee, helping shape budget and revenue policies that advance affordability and economic equity in Providence.
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On Friday, EPI hosted its Navigating Public Benefits in Rhode Island training at RIC, led by Divya Nair.
Thanks to our speakers, participants, and sponsors: Rhode Island College (RIC), Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI), Verizon, and Navigant Credit Union.
Thanks to our speakers, participants, and sponsors: Rhode Island College (RIC), Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI), Verizon, and Navigant Credit Union.
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EPI just released Nice Things for Rhode Island: A Playbook for Governing RI to Prosperity!
Ahead of the Nov. 3 election, explore five approaches to better governing, advancing equity, and building shared prosperity for all Rhode Islanders.
Read more: bit.ly/3W8XvBp
Ahead of the Nov. 3 election, explore five approaches to better governing, advancing equity, and building shared prosperity for all Rhode Islanders.
Read more: bit.ly/3W8XvBp
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EPI Senior Policy Analyst @divya__nair joined Joe Tasca of @OSMediaRI today to preview tomorrow’s Navigating Public Benefits training. Join us!
🔗 Register: bit.ly/2026benefitstr…
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Question 5 asks RI voters to approve $55M for environmental protection, climate resilience, and recreation.
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
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Question 4 asks RI voters to approve $50M for a State History Center and cultural preservation grants.
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp Learn: bit.ly/3W6SaKQ
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Ballot Question 3 asks RI voters to approve $100M for economic & infrastructure development.
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
Election Toolkit: bit.ly/3W6SaKQ
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
Election Toolkit: bit.ly/3W6SaKQ
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Question 2 asks RI voters to approve $120M for affordable housing, homeownership, and development.
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
Vote on Nov. 3!
Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI’s Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
Vote on Nov. 3!
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Question 1 asks RI voters to approve $275M for higher education facilities. Would this proposal help reduce disparities and advance equity? Use EPI's Equity Impact Scorecard to assess the question: bit.ly/4859EKp
2026 Election Toolkit: bit.ly/3W6SaKQ
2026 Election Toolkit: bit.ly/3W6SaKQ
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We are excited to welcome Inna Walker to EPI’s Board of Directors!
With experience in banking and nonprofit leadership, Inna brings financial expertise and a commitment to community engagement and international partnerships.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
With experience in banking and nonprofit leadership, Inna brings financial expertise and a commitment to community engagement and international partnerships.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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We are excited to welcome Ralph Tavares to EPI’s Board of Directors!
With 20+ years in higher education and executive recruitment, Ralph has worked to expand opportunities for Black and Brown students and professionals.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
@tavares_ra29187
With 20+ years in higher education and executive recruitment, Ralph has worked to expand opportunities for Black and Brown students and professionals.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
@tavares_ra29187
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Welcome to EPI’s Board, Donna Marie Rook, Ph.D.!
Donna brings extensive experience in public assistance, behavioral health, and housing stabilization, with a strong commitment to supporting families’ well-being.
Meet our new Board members: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
Donna brings extensive experience in public assistance, behavioral health, and housing stabilization, with a strong commitment to supporting families’ well-being.
Meet our new Board members: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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We are excited to welcome Jennifer Reynolds to EPI’s Board of Directors!
A family law attorney and lifelong Rhode Islander, Jennifer brings experience supporting families, legal education, and youth programs.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
A family law attorney and lifelong Rhode Islander, Jennifer brings experience supporting families, legal education, and youth programs.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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Welcome to EPI’s Board of Directors, Phanida Phivilay!
With over 29 years of experience in healthcare and community advocacy, Phanida brings a strong commitment to health equity and improving healthcare access.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
With over 29 years of experience in healthcare and community advocacy, Phanida brings a strong commitment to health equity and improving healthcare access.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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Welcome to EPI’s Board of Directors, Georgia Gayle!
With over a decade of experience in biopharma, healthcare, and strategic operations, Georgia brings valuable expertise and a strong commitment to Rhode Island communities.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
With over a decade of experience in biopharma, healthcare, and strategic operations, Georgia brings valuable expertise and a strong commitment to Rhode Island communities.
Learn more: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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On Tuesday, EPI Policy Director Nina Harrison presented on poverty in Rhode Island at the Root Out Poverty Conference in Providence.
She shared findings from EPI’s 2026 Rhode Island Standard of Need report and facilitated a panel on healthcare.
📊 Read: bit.ly/4rAb4Fm
She shared findings from EPI’s 2026 Rhode Island Standard of Need report and facilitated a panel on healthcare.
📊 Read: bit.ly/4rAb4Fm
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Welcome to EPI’s Board of Directors, Christine Munroe Clapsis!
A Rhode Island native with over a decade of experience in government relations, public policy, and advocacy, Christine brings valuable expertise to EPI.
Meet our new Board members: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
A Rhode Island native with over a decade of experience in government relations, public policy, and advocacy, Christine brings valuable expertise to EPI.
Meet our new Board members: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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Welcome to EPI’s Board of Directors, William J. Allen!
With 50+ years of experience in nonprofit leadership and philanthropy, William brings extensive experience and a deep commitment to Rhode Island communities.
Meet our new Board members: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
With 50+ years of experience in nonprofit leadership and philanthropy, William brings extensive experience and a deep commitment to Rhode Island communities.
Meet our new Board members: bit.ly/4dUm7Uq
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Happy National Boss’s Day to our incredible Executive Director, Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies!
Thank you for leading with compassion, vision, and purpose. We’re grateful for your inspiring leadership, dedication, and the difference you make every day at EPI and beyond!
Thank you for leading with compassion, vision, and purpose. We’re grateful for your inspiring leadership, dedication, and the difference you make every day at EPI and beyond!
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We hit the cafeteria at RI College to get out the vote! 🗳️ We all deserve more money in our pockets and more time with the people who matter most, and no one should have to choose between their loved ones and a paycheck. Make your voice heard on Nov. 3. Be a #PaidLeaveVoter
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