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
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
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
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
Author: Natalie Passov As communications and public engagement lead at the Walter Rand Institute (WRI) and as part of WRI’s continued 25th anniversary celebrations, I recently had the privilege of interviewing leaders who helped shape its mission, expand its reach, and navigate the complexities of public service and institutional growth over the years. I sat down with Gwendolyn (Gwendy) Harris and Sarah Allred, two former WRI directors who spent countless hours leading and shaping the Institute… continue reading
This report explores community-based recommendations and priorities for transportation in Camden County.
