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Visualizing Democracy
Ash Center Technology and Democracy Fellow Soloman Kahn discusses data, transparency, and solving our democratic deficit.
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Democracy Fellowship Program
Shaping a New Field of Scholars
Communique Magazine
Communiqué Spring 2016, Volume 18
In this issue, we showcase the China Philanthropy Project, a new research initiative surveying China’s philanthropic landscape. We also profile Roy and Lila Ash Fellow Priscilla Lee and describe her work empowering immigrants and other groups through education and advocacy.
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A Lifelong Learner and Traveler
Roy and Lila Ash Fellow Priscilla Lee
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Connecting the Dots on Sustainability
Jayant Kairam MPP 2010 is working across sectors to combat climate change and strengthen communities
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New Ash Center Book is First Comprehensive Examination of Participatory Budgeting in U.S.
Communique Magazine
Communiqué Fall 2015, Volume 17
In this issue, we showcase the Innovation Field Lab, a new experiential learning course offered at the Harvard Kennedy School that is bringing data innovations to local Massachusetts communities. We also profile Roy and Lila Ash Fellow Georgia Hollister Isman and her advocacy work in state and local politics.
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Ash Fellow Georgia Hollister Isman is Rebuilding Public Engagement with the Democratic Process
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