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Where can I find a list of Joint Center publications?

You can access a number of current and past publications produced by the Joint Center at http://www.jointcenter.org/publications

How can I order publications from the Joint Center?

Some publications are free of charge and available for you to download at the Joint Center Web site at http://www.jointcenter.org/publications

For publications that are not free, you may order them by calling 202-789-3500

What is the Joint Center Health Policy Institute (HPI)?

HPI is part of the Joint Center and was established in 2002 from a $7 million grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation. HPI enhances the Joint Center's ability to meet one of its goals of improving the health status of black Americans and other people of color, and expanding their effective participation in the political and public policy arenas relating to health issues. Its stated mission is "to ignite a ˜Fair Health movement that gives people of color the inalienable right to equal opportunity for healthy lives." HPI engages in many activities, including research and information dissemination; policy workshops, forums, and conferences; technical assistance for community-based organizations; media relations; and outreach to minority leaders and their organizations. A network of advisors and fellows enables the Institute to accomplish its mission without a large resident staff.

How can I schedule an interview or speak with one of the Joint Center's experts?

You can call Mike Wenger at 202-789-3500 to schedule a meeting or interview with any of the Joint Center's experts.

Where can I find a list of experts to speak to me about a specific topic or issue?

Below is a list of experts and their areas of expertise:

David Bositis National Black Electoral Politics and Voting Rights

Wilhelmina Leigh Health, Housing and Employment

Roderick Harrison- Census Issues, Demographic and Economic Trends

Michael Wenger Race Relations and Leadership

How can I support and make a donation to the Joint Center?

To make a secure online donation, click here. Or mail your check to: Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, Attn: OCRSP, 1090 Vermont Avenue, Suite 1100, Washington, DC 20005. The Joint Center is a nonpartisan, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and gifts are tax deductible. For information about program needs and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Mary M. Grimm, CFRE, director of foundation relations, 202-789-6362 or mgrimm@jointcenter.org. Thank you for your support!

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