Policy Briefs

YIP's policy briefs provide clear, nonpartisan summaries of key national issues and policies. Designed for accessibility, they distill complex topics into concise, understandable analyses, bridging the gap between intricate policy debates and a broad audience. These briefs embody our commitment to informed, unbiased discourse, crucial for fostering a well-informed public and encouraging active engagement in policy discussions.

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Immigration in Foreign Policy

Foreign Policy

Kate Chu

This brief covers various immigration issues across the globe today. It dives into the challenges of immigration policy, the impact of immigration on the global balance of diplomatic relationships, potential policy solutions, and the long-term effects of immigration on youth looking forward.

Nutrition Reform in Public Schools: Assessing California’s Real Food, Healthy Kids Act

Public Health Policy

Adithi Balaji

As chronic malnutrition-induced conditions in American children continue to rise, it becomes increasingly crucial that we examine and scrutinize potential policy that attempts to resolve these health concerns. This brief analyzes the California Real Food, Healthy Kids Act (AB 1264), reviewing its plan to phase ultra-processed foods out of public school meals by 2035, and its effectiveness as a model for national nutrition policy.

Redefining Eligibility in Olympic Sport

Social Policy

Lilian Tsai

This brief will analyze the new International Olympic Committee (IOC) policy banning non-biological women from competing in the female category in Olympic sports, a change that has sparked great controversy around the globe. It will consider the history as well as tried policy of the issue.

Juvenile Re-Entry Policies

Criminal Justice

Aram Jung

Juvenile re-entry policies, or structured & court-mandated plans designed to transition youth from juvenile correctional facilities back into the community, play a critical role in shaping long-term outcomes for youth, including recidivism, education, and employment. While many jurisdictions have adopted programs intended to focus on rehabilitation and support, evidence suggests that these policies are often implemented inconsistently and fail to address key barriers faced by justice-involved youth. This policy brief analyzes the effectiveness of current juvenile re-entry policies, compares approaches across jurisdictions, and evaluates their impact on recidivism and reintegration outcomes. Overall, this brief aims to outline the systemic gaps and unintended consequences of existing juvenile re-entry policies and to offer clear, evidence-based policy recommendations to improve re-entry outcomes for justice-involved youth.

The Gig Economy Safety Net Gap: Gen Z and Worker Protections

Economic Policy

Layla Lynch

The current system of labor protections in the United States was designed for traditional long-term employment. As a result, gig workers are often classified as independent contractors and fall outside many workplace protections. This creates a growing gap in the economic safety net. As more Gen Z workers participate in gig work, policymakers face the challenge of modernizing labor policies to protect workers while maintaining flexibility in the labor market.

Artemis II: Humanity’s Return to Lunar Exploration

Rapid Response

Assata Foday

As NASA takes to the sky with Artemis II after a prolonged intermission after Apollo missions. Artemis II’s purpose, goals, milestones, and technological advancements are discussed in regards to the future of youth.