The tragedy of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis rocked America. The response revealed much division but also two lanes of action to bring healing and hope: criminal justice reform and expanding economic opportunity. Please see below for stories about Sagamore’s efforts in both of these strategies.
On April 16, 2020, the Sagamore Institute hosted a virtual town hall featuring US Senator Todd Young on the subject of America’s critical response to COVID-19. The Senator offered perspectives from both Washington and Indiana, and engaged in a Q&A session with participants on the call.
On September 17, 2013, Sagamore hosted an event at the National Press Club to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the landmark Wisconsin legislation that ended the state welfare programs established by FDR. The event featured former Wisconsin Governor Tommy Thompson on why he signed the legislation, and UK Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Iain Duncan Smith on why the UK is adopting the Wisconsin Model to shape their own welfare reform agenda.
Churches, charities and businesses are fighting COVID19 and helping Americans in need.
Several Sagamore partners have stepped up to help members of their communities navigate the difficult challenges brought on by this pandemic. We encourage you to explore some ways our partners are doing their part in the fight against COVID-19.
The Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity seeks to break the cycle of poverty for low-income families by enabling them to access simple, decent, and affordable housing. Since its founding in 1987, Greater Indy Habitat for Humanity has provided the opportunity of homeownership to more than 525 local families. This research builds upon the evaluation 2012 Social I
Former St. Petersburg, Florida mayor Rick Baker was invited by Sagamore Institute to deliver remarks on his book, The Seamless City, at a 2012 nonprofit conference co-sponsored by Sagamore Institute and the Office Depot Foundation.