From Vision to Legacy: A Conversation with the Founding and Current Directors of WRI

Author: Mavis Asiedu-Frimpong Current Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs (WRI) director Mavis Asiedu-Frimpong sits down with founding WRI director Richard Harris for a fireside chat about the Institute’s past, present, and future. From its early beginnings and key milestones to its evolving role in research and community engagement, this discussion highlights how WRI… continue reading

Walter Rand Institute Looks Back at 2025’s Milestones and Momentum

Author: Dustin Petzold At the conclusion of its 25th anniversary, the Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs (WRI) is reflecting on a year defined by collaboration and impact. While the anniversary celebration was a culmination of a quarter-century of groundbreaking research and transformative community engagement, at its heart was the Institute’s 25th Anniversary Reception,… continue reading

A Conversation with the WRI Advisory Board Chairs on WRI’s Past, Present, and Future

Author: Natalie Passov As part of the Walter Rand Institute’s 25th anniversary, we sat down with the Advisory Board chairs, Michael Egenton (New Jersey Chamber of Commerce) and Amy Osborn (New Jersey Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation), to reflect on their pivotal role in shaping the Institute’s mission and advancing its work in South Jersey. Listen… continue reading

Co-location of Services in South Jersey: Meeting the Community Where They Are

Authors: Devon Ziminski, Natalie Passov, Kristin Curtis Drawing on WRI’s research and partnerships, this brief highlights the insights we’ve gained around co-location of services from different research projects and its potential to strengthen service delivery across South Jersey. Throughout our work, we hear from partners and community members about the value of existing co-located services… continue reading