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Capstone projects at YIP's Fellowship culminate the learning experience, where fellows apply their insights to address real-world problems, showcasing their evolution as future leaders .
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Simplified breakdowns of the nation's most pressing issues and proposed policies. Nonpartisan policy research briefs so everyone is on the same page.
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A respected publication showcasing in-depth, nonpartisan research and discussions on contemporary policy issues.
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Opinion pieces from the Institute's membership and broader community. Explore thought provoking articles from our diverse voices.
Civic Leadership
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Educational Growth
Policy Insight
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Change Catalysts
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Continuous innovation
Elizabeth Wang
April 14, 2026
Featured Brief
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a foodborne parasite causing a major stomach illness outbreak across the US, heavily linked to contaminated lettuce and salad greens. Record case numbers have exposed large gaps in how federal and state health agencies track and prioritize food safety. This brief analyzes the current government response, evaluates safety steps, and offers policy solutions to improve future food tracking and outbreaks.
Featured Brief
This brief will cover the growing violence against humanitarian personnel in South Sudan, including the scale, drivers of the killings, and the humanitarian and political consequences of shrinking access.
Featured Brief
This brief examines the Russification of Belarus and its implications for regional stability and international security. It analyzes the current crisis and also evaluates the broader consequences of Belarusian sovereignty and dependence on Russia, as well as the lasting effects on Eastern Europe and international affairs.
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