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THE GOOD POLICY

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A research and advocacy organization dedicated to evidence-based policy solutions at the intersection of racial equity, civic justice, and institutional reform.

Mission

TURNING EVIDENCE INTO CHANGE

There's a gap between what research says and what communities actually experience. We close it.

By combining rigorous data analysis with community-centered advocacy, GPI translates complex findings into real, lasting policy change — at the legislative level and on the ground.

▶  Core Initiatives

DRIVING SYSTEMIC IMPACT

We bridge the gap between rigorous research and community-centered advocacy to create lasting policy change.

Digital Equity Affinity Group

Peer-to-Peer Affinity Group

Bridging the Digital Divide

GPI serves as a peer-to-peer facilitator for Nonprofit Westchester's affinity group focused on bridging the digital divide — in partnership with Yonkers Arts and sponsored by AT&T. Connecting nonprofit leaders to share strategies, resources, and solutions for closing the technology gap in our communities.

Intergenerational Program

Bridging Generations

GrandPowered Program

In partnership with the Family Services Society of Yonkers, the GrandPowered Program harnesses the wisdom, resilience, and lived experience of grandparents and older adults — connecting generations to strengthen families and build more equitable communities.

Leadership Pipeline Fellowship · Sept 2025

Launching September

GPI Fellowship

The Good Policy Institute Fellowship is kicking off in September — a leadership development program designed to cultivate the next generation of equity-centered policy advocates, researchers, and community changemakers.

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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

Nonprofit WestchesterYonkers ArtsFamily Service SocietyAT&TWestchester Women's AgendaClimate Justice VotersJTC ExperiencesNonprofit WestchesterYonkers ArtsFamily Service SocietyAT&TWestchester Women's AgendaClimate Justice VotersJTC Experiences
"GPI ensures that those most impacted by policy are the ones leading the research and advocacy efforts."

Community

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

GPI members are researchers, advocates, educators, and community leaders united by a single belief: good policy changes lives.

As a member you'll receive updates on our latest research, invitations to community forums, and early access to publications and events.

AI in the Field book cover

🎁 Founding Member Offer

The first 20 subscribers receive a free signed copy of "AI in the Field: The Human Side of AI, Volume 1"

by Alicia Lyttle, featuring Tasha D. Young, M.S.W. — sign up now before spots are gone.

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Access to research publications & reports
Invitations to community forums & events
Early updates on legislative initiatives
Connection to a network of changemakers
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POLICY INQUIRIES

Whether you're a researcher, advocate, policymaker, or community member — if you believe in evidence-based change, we want to hear from you. Let's build something together.

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