Public Affairs and Government Relations

The world out there is dangerous and complex, the work of remaking it will be long and hard, and will require some sacrifice. Such sacrifice comes about because the American people understand fully the choices before them; it is born of a confidence we have in our democracy.

- President Barack Obama

We can also assist you in preparing key messages and strategy you will need to communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a culturally appropriate and sensitive fashion.

• Develop successful outreach strategies (e.g. talking to government officials, learning how to present your case).

• Improve in-house relations – Learn how to include a diverse workforce in decision making and teamwork.

• Obtain tools and guidance on how to effectively communicate with constituents, officials, and the media.

Our public affairs and government relations experts understand public policy and know how the legislative process works. We can help you make the most effective use of resources to achieve the goals you envision. Our team's goal is to bring people together to deliberate about problems, and provide individuals an opportunity to discuss choices and consider different approaches to issues.

Presentations are tailored to meet your organization’s specific needs. A format using National Issues Forums (NIF) is followed in order to consider public policy issues.

TOPIC LIST

• Too Many Children Left Behind: How Can We Close the Achievement Gap?

• The New Challenges of American Immigration: What Should We Do?

• Racial and Ethnic Tensions: What Should We Do?

• How Can We Be Fair? The Future of Affirmative Action

• Jobs: Preparing a Workforce for the 21st Century

• The Troubled American Family: Which Way Out Of The Storm?

• Contested Values: Tug-Of-War In The School Yard

• Weighing the Options: How Can We Encourage Healthy Weights among America's Youth?

• The Energy Problem: Choices for an Uncertain Future

• Americans' Role in the World: Building a More Secure Future