California 100, a new state-wide initiative seeking to build a vision and strategy for the state’s long-term future, announced today the selection of policy demonstration projects designed to rigorously test … Continued
In 2020, COVID-19 shocked the world and forced governments to spring into action to keep the public informed and safe. The U.S. government largely relied on states to … Continued
As communities embark on the work of police reform, some are coalescing on a new vision, centered on upfront investments in collective wellbeing and a set of culturally … Continued
In the 1990s and early 2000s, California led the way in ramping up mass incarceration and passing punitive laws such as three-strikes and truth-in-sentencing. These policies had adverse … Continued
In partnership with Innovations 4 Youth, we are working to create a sustainable platform and network that can strengthen meaningful youth participation in policies that affect youth well-being … Continued
Individuals in native communities have had their health harmed by exposure to the smoke, stress, and disruption of community life of uncontrolled wildfires. Air filtration using portable, high … Continued
Many households that face financial challenges are eligible to access a patchwork of programs designed to provide them with a safety net. These programs include food assistance (CalFresh), … Continued
In California, state agencies must develop innovative solutions to fulfill the legislative requirements of SB 1422 and SB 1263, which require testing for microplasticsin the state’s drinking water … Continued
Drawing on environmental, health, mobility, housing, and socioeconomic variables from CalEnviroScreen and the United States Census, SanDiego’s 2019 Climate Equity Index aimed to inform city planning and community … Continued
The Possibility Lab has partnered with California 100 and District Attorneys’ Offices in California to develop anAI-based algorithm designed to reduce the number of people entangled in the … Continued