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Official home of The Harkin Institute for Public Policy & Citizen Engagement at Drake University and the Tom Harkin Papers at the Drake University.
Des Moines, Iowa
Joined June 2015
We are excited to share what we've learned about the value of inclusive spaces in the @BusinessRecord's latest Annual Real Estate Magazine. Read our column w/@BNIM here: https://t.co/FQnJTXE2yw (subscription req'd). #UniversalDesignAtHarkin #InclusionMatters
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This Saturday, December 6, Senator Tom Harkin will be a distinguished guest speaker at the Iowa Farmers Union Annual Convention in Ames. Our very own Adam Shriver will be presented with the Education Leader of the Year Award at the convention as well. https://t.co/CiognvHj7v
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In this week's episode, Adam speaks with Dr. Walter Willett, a expert in nutrition and epidemiology at Harvard University, about the need to reform the food system industry and how current attempts to reform the industry have been undermined. Listen now! https://t.co/TSivMpvP45
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The Harkin Institute is proud to have hosted both the original Central Iowa Source Water Resource Assessment presentation and the November 15 workshop referenced in this article.
desmoinesregister.com
The crisis in our state is more evident than ever, and legislators will make clear whether they care, writes the Register's editorial board.
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Come check out the Harkin Institute's screening of Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastic this Thursday from 4 to 6 PM at Sussman Auditorium. The event is co-sponsored with Drake DEAL, Epsilon Eta and UNI's Center for Energy and Environmental Education.
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New episode out now! This week's guest is Michael Schmidt, the General Counsel of the Iowa Environmental Council.
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Canary In A Cornfield · Episode
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Dr. Adam Shriver, Director of Wellness and Nutrition, participated on the panel "Nature and Public Health: Cancer, Water Quality and More" at Iowa Nature Summit. Check out the coverage on it! https://t.co/pbTUOZNHNn
iowacapitaldispatch.com
Researchers and public health advocates said water quality and land use are modifiable elements impacting cancer in Iowa.
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New episode alert! This week on Canary in a Cornfield, longtime agricultural reform advocate, Bob Martin discusses his role as the executive director of the Pew Commission’s landmark report ‘Putting Meat on the Table." https://t.co/Zw8K4DbjZI
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Excellent coverage in the Des Moines Register of the Water Quality Solutions Town Hall we hosted on Saturday!
desmoinesregister.com
The state of Iowa has stuck steadfastly to voluntary programs to improve water quality. A town hall looks at how to get more effective action.
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Thank you to everyone who came out last week for our sold-out, standing room only event with Art Cullen and Chris Jones. For those who couldn't attend, you can watch the full recording here:
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Everyone deserves to get to work and get away—but travel isn’t always accessible. Our Director of Disability Policy, Daniel Van Sant, was featured on the Two Disabled Dudes podcast to discuss attitudes, self-advocacy, and some of the changes needed to make travel more inclusive.
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Holiday breaks are right around the corner - take advantage of the time off to apply for a Warren A. Morrow Memorial Scholarship! High school seniors and college students are eligible. Learn more and apply at https://t.co/laqtLC1vYL.
#IowaCreditUnions #CUDifference #ICUFimpact
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Watch the event LIVE starting at 6:00 PM using this link:
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From DC to Iowa is officially sold out! But don't worry, you can still join us virtually. Our panel of Iowa leaders will discuss the state of disability policy at the federal, state, and local levels and how the disability community is being affected.
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November is #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth! This year, we're joining forces with Caregiver Action Network in helping our nation's family caregivers #PlugInToCare—connecting caregivers to support, tools, and community. Visit https://t.co/iHqDk2XQtT to learn more!
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Listen now and sign up for our email list to make sure you never miss an episode:
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New episode alert! This week on Canary in a Cornfield, we’re digging into the promises and pitfalls of biogas digesters. Patty Lovera from the Campaign for Family Farms and the Environment explores whether digesters are truly a “green” climate solution—or a costly diversion.
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@DMArtCenter We have a great lineup of films this year, don't miss it! Learn more and reserve your spot now:
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THIS WEEKEND! A Taste of ReelAbilities returns to Des Moines! On Saturday and Sunday, we'll be screening a combination of features and shorts — first at the Tom and Ruth Harkin Center, then at the @DMArtCenter.
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This year’s conference features panels and workshops on maternal health, emergency preparedness, cancer care, and building age-friendly communities. Learn more and register:
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