Our promise is to improve the lives of all Americans by giving policymakers access to high-quality information and engaging citizens as active participants in the formation of public policy.

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The Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement is located at Drake University and serves as a venue and catalyst for dynamic non-partisan research, learning, and outreach to promote understanding of the policy issues to which Senator Tom Harkin devoted his career.

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Labor and Employment

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People with Disabilities

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Retirement Security

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Wellness and Nutrition

2020 HOW Symposium

Join The Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement for the 2020 Harkin on Wellness Symposium on April 14.

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2019 HOW Report

The 2019 Harkin on Wellness Report shares best practices for how communities and organizations can invest in health.

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Apply: D.C. Experience Scholarship

Let The Harkin Institute cover your housing and travel costs.

Apply now for Summer 2020! This scholarship is available to undergraduate students with financial need.

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Disability Employment Journal

 

Harkin International Disability Employment Journal

Learn more about key takeaways from the 2018 Harkin Summit, including core concepts, ideas, and best practices.

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Join our student employee program

The Harkin Institute is hiring two undergraduates for our communications team.

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Address: 2429 University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50311

Phone: 515-271-3623

Fax Number: 515-271-3631

Email: harkininstitute@drake.edu

Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.