Careers

The following job opportunity is available at the Economic Progress Institute: COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR The Economic Progress Institute (EPI) is seeking an experienced Communications Director with a strong commitment to advancing systemic change and policy solutions centered around racial, ethnic, and gender equity and informed by community members and partners. The Communications Director will provide leadership and develop a strategic communications …

Events

Join us for A Legacy of Progress: An Evening to Honor Linda Katz and the launch of the Linda Katz Legacy Fund on Thursday, Oct. 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, RI. There will be hor d’oeuvres, a cash bar and live entertainment. Register Here. Linda Katz is the co-founder and Policy Director of …

Executive Director Search

Stepping Back Read Rachel’s announcement of her stepping back as executive director and transitioning to a Senior Policy Analyst role at the Institute. Dear Friend, I’m writing to share some big news. Following five years as Executive Director, I have decided to take a step back from leadership of the Institute. I am grateful to have had the privilege of …

Budget Rhode Map: Paving the Way to Good Jobs

Thanks to all of who you participated in our 10th annual policy and budget conference on Thursday! We were pleased to have been joined by state agency leaders, community providers, sponsors and more for a robust conversation on how to “Pave the Way for Good Jobs.” Please find materials, photos, videos and press from the event below. Let’s keep the …

Budget Rhode Map: Our Path Around Federal Roadblocks

View the presentations from Doug Hall, Heidi Shierholz, and Abby Godino about federal threats to Rhode Island workers and what we can do to help. View the presentations from Linda Katz, Amy Rosenthal, and Karen Malcolm about federal threats on the health care front and what we can do to help. For a quick snapshot about our Budget Rhode Map …

Get Involved with The Institute

&nbsp &nbsp Advocacy requires many voices. If you are looking for ways to help ensure economic progress for all Rhode Islanders, here are some opportunities that will allow you to make a difference. Campaigns to Get InvolvedThe Institute is working in coalition with different community partners on issues that affect low- and moderate-income Rhode Islanders. Check out our active campaigns …

Funders and Partners

Financial support for The Economic Progress Institute comes from foundations, corporations, and individuals who care about social change and economic justice.  Our sincere thanks to our individual and corporate donors, and our philanthropic partners which include: The Rhode Island Foundation The Stoneman Family Foundation The Carter Family Charitable Trust The Annie E. Casey Foundation United Way of Rhode Island Robert …

Rising Tide Society

Countless Rhode Islanders work hard every day yet still struggle to make ends meet. Low wages and the high cost of living force too many working families to make choices between housing, heat, food and health care. At the same time, choices are being made at the State House that profoundly affect families and communities – choices about investing in …