Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs – Building Knowledge for Policy and Practice in Southern New Jersey

Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs: Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs

Founded in 2000, WRI produces high-quality research and evaluation, and provides a venue for public, private, and nonprofit leaders to engage constructively on challenging issues. Learn more
Engaging the South Jersey Community: Engaging the South Jersey Community

WRI is dedicated to the citizens and communities of South Jersey. Through innovative research, powerful partnerships, “move the needle” community interventions and more, WRI is building knowledge for sound policy and practice throughout the region. Learn more
The Think-and-Do Tank: The Think-and-Do Tank

Executive Director Darren Spielman and Faculty Director Sarah Allred share WRI’s research and regional impact in the fall issue of Rutgers Magazine. Read more
WRI Advisory Board: WRI Advisory Board

WRI is guided by the insights and contributions of a representative cross-section of South Jersey’s public, private, and nonprofit leaders and experts. Read more
Our Piece of the Pie: Our Piece of the Pie

Is the distribution of state funds to municipalities across New Jersey equal? This question and others are part of WRI’s research on the most pressing issues affecting South Jersey communities. Read WRI’s publications.
WRI Faculty Fellows: WRI Faculty Fellows

The Institute’s Faculty Fellow program promotes regional discussion, advances knowledge on topics and issues connected to South Jersey, and connects students with unique opportunities to learn and serve the region. Learn more about faculty opportunities.

Latest News

South Jersey Health Needs: Connections, Community, and Care

Posted: October 8, 2019

Loneliness and transportation among the biggest obstacles to health in South Jersey, according to WRI report on health needs.

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Community Health Needs Assessments

Posted: October 3, 2019

WRI partnered with several hospital systems in the region to research, facilitate and compile the most recent Community Health Needs Assessments (CHNA).

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Leveraging Data for Population Health

Posted: August 19, 2019

WRI is presenting a two-day symposium focused on leveraging data with community and academic partnerships to advance population health.

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