WRI Open House: Building Solutions for South Jersey Together

Event Description:

Join the Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs (WRI) for a half‑day Open House designed to bring together state and local agencies, legislators, county representatives, community organizations, and cross‑sector partners who care about strengthening the eight South Jersey counties.

During this highly interactive session, attendees will have the opportunity to network, learn more about the Institute’s work and how to partner with WRI to meet critical research goals, such as: 

1. needs assessments that help you understand communities better,

2. project and program evaluations,

3. gathering community and stakeholder input, and more.

Examples of how we support organizations include:

• Conducting needs assessments to better understand community priorities

• Evaluating programs and initiatives to measure impact

• Facilitating stakeholder and community engagement

• Providing actionable insights to inform policy and practice

Attendees will also learn about using WRI as a trusted public resource for data, research, and information.

Light breakfast and lunch will be provided.