From addressing homelessness in L.A. County to developing new economic pathways so that a person’s zip code doesn’t determine life outcomes, Social Innovation research is tackling today’s most urgent urban challenges — seeking to develop and inform new models that advance equity and opportunity for low-income families.
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Thom quoted in story discussing California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s proposed $7.5 billion federal film tax credit to boost domestic production
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Zerunyan commentary: Dismantling the Department of Education is a multi-faceted challenge with potentially dire consequences for public safety in our universities
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Harper quoted in a story about racially insensitive language in politics
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The Sol Price Center for Social Innovation was established with the recent gift to name the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy. This new center aims to advance ideas, strategies, and practices that enhance the quality of life for people in urban communities.
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