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\nFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:<\/b>
\n<\/b>Oct. 13, 2023<\/p>\n

CONTACT:<\/b>
\n<\/b>Chandra Hayslett, chandra@jointcenter.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Joint Center Welcomes New Board Member\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n

WASHINGTON \u2013 The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies<\/b><\/a> is pleased to announce a new board member \u2014 Dr. Jean-Philippe Austin, chief of Radiation Oncology at the Miami VA Medical Center, chair of the Haitian-American Foundation for Democracy, and chair of the Florida Alliance, Florida\u2019s progressive donor table.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Joint Center is so proud to welcome Dr. Jean-Philippe Austin to our board. As the Joint Center continues to grow, leaders like JP bring important perspectives to help expand our impact,\u201d said Paul. N.D. Thornell, chair of the Board of Governors<\/b>. \u201cWith his extensive expertise and experience developing resources for significant causes, advancing issues affecting the African diaspora in America, and serving as a leader in various political organizations and advocacy organizations, he will bring a unique perspective to our board. We are very fortunate to have such a distinguished leader join us as we work together to push our mission forward.\u201d<\/p>\n

About Dr. Jean-Philippe Austin<\/b>: Dr. Jean-Philippe Austin is the chair of the Florida Alliance, Florida\u2019s progressive donor table. He is also chair of the Haitian-American Foundation for Democracy and chief of Radiation Oncology at the Miami VA Medical Center. Previously, Dr. Austin worked as a member of President Obama\u2019s National Finance Committee and the Florida Finance chair for the Democratic National Committee. Dr. Austin attended New York University, majoring in economics, and upon graduating, attended the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center for medical school.<\/p>\n

Read his full bio here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies<\/b><\/p>\n

The Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies, America\u2019s Black think tank, provides compelling and actionable policy solutions to eradicate persistent and evolving barriers to the full freedom of Black people in America. We are the trusted forum for leading experts and scholars to participate in major public policy debates and promote ideas that advance Black communities. We use evidence-based research, analysis, convenings, and strategic communications to support Black communities and a network of allies.<\/p>\n

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