event COVID in California: What Have We Learned about Education? Mar 29, 2022 This March marks the two-year anniversary of the first pandemic-related lockdowns in California. We have now endured several waves of the virus and faced numerous, shifting challenges. What lessons have emerged in the key area of K–12 education? How can we move forward and address major concerns still facing California? Join PPIC vice president and senior fellow Lande Ajose in a wide-ranging discussion with Tony Thurmond, California State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
event Preparing California for Census 2020 Mar 25, 2019 The 2020 Census is fast approaching. With political representation and billions in federal funds on the line, the importance of an accurate count cannot be overstated. Is California prepared? This event will feature distinguished leaders and experts from the state and local levels, assessing readiness and discussing the actions needed to ensure an accurate census next year.
event The James Irvine Foundation Briefing SeriesThe Future of Health Care in California Mar 13, 2013
event Pandemic Changes to Medi-Cal and Implications for Immigrant Farmworkers Mar 28, 2023 Pandemic changes to Medi-Cal made it easier for Californians to stay enrolled and to access newly expanded services. But the upcoming end of pandemic-era policies will reverse some of these changes. On March 28, PPIC researcher Paulette Cha will present a briefing on how this policy shift may have improved care for low-income residents such as immigrant farmworkers, and discuss what will change when the policy ends.
event Countdown to Census 2020 Feb 3, 2020 Census Day is fast approaching. How will the country’s most diverse and populous state respond? California’s representation in Congress and billions in federal funds are on the line. This event will feature a wide-ranging conversation about the consequences of the census with state and local leaders on the front lines of this critical effort.
event Preparing California for Census 2020 Apr 24, 2018 PPIC hosted a special event with state, federal, and local experts to discuss the critical role the 2020 census plays in California’s future. Panelists discussed the state’s part in ensuring an accurate count, the billions of dollars in federal funds at stake, the question on citizenship status, and more.
event A Conversation with Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom Nov 9, 2017 Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom, candidate for governor in 2018, says that the most important issues for California’s future are the changing nature of work, energy and climate change, and fiscal challenges related to our aging population.
event Tackling California’s Homelessness Crisis Jun 19, 2020 Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg and Los Angeles County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas will join PPIC’s Mark Baldassare for a wide-ranging conversation about how California can address the challenges of preventing and reducing homelessness during this unprecedented time.
event A Conversation with Treasurer John Chiang Feb 1, 2018 Please join us for a conversation with Treasurer John Chiang, candidate for governor. He will talk with PPIC president Mark Baldassare about important issues facing California, from improving K-12 and higher education, to addressing inequality, to navigating federal-state tensions over health care and immigration.
event A Conversation with Secretary of State Alex Padilla Jun 5, 2020 As California forges a path through the COVID-19 crisis and current civil unrest, trusted leadership is more important than ever. Secretary of State Alex Padilla will join PPIC’s Mark Baldassare for a wide-ranging conversation about the critical challenges facing the state and nation.