👏 Today, EPI Fellow Anoosha Imran testified before @councilofdc.bsky.social at the Budget Oversight hearing for OSSE. 📉Her testimony highlighted recent population and birth trends and encouraged supply-side reforms alongside childcare investments. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/7KBy50YWeUK

🏘️ Yesterday, @councilofdc.bsky.social passed the "One Front Door Act." 👏 In January, Executive Director Yesim Sayin testified in support of the bill, noting that it would allow for the construction of more housing in the District. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/ZW1U50YVBIu

👏 The D.C. Policy Center is making headlines! ➡️ See more headlines: ow.ly/uQ2k50YV6cj ➡️ Subscribe to our weekly newsletter: ow.ly/7Vc150YV6cn

👏 On Friday, @daniel-burge.bsky.social testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social at the DMPED budget hearing. 📊 His testimony shared results from recent Business Sentiments Surveys, including stagnant hiring trends. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/PQ2e50YRMCz ➡️ Complete the survey: ow.ly/267850YRMCu

❗The 2026 Quarter 2 Business Sentiments Survey closes tomorrow (4/29) at 11:59 PM. 📊 All businesses in the D.C. region are welcome to participate. Share your thoughts on current hiring trends and economic expectations. ➡️ Complete the survey today: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

❓What skills are most important for D.C.-area workers? What recruiting challenges do local employers face? 🌟 We are looking for representatives from businesses in D.C. and the metro region to help answer these questions. ➡️ Complete the survey today: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

❓What skills are most important for D.C.-area workers? What recruiting challenges do local employers face? 🌟 We are looking for representatives from businesses in D.C. and the metro region to help answer these questions. ➡️ Complete the survey today: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

📉 School enrollment is trending downward in D.C., with pre-kindergarten enrollment down 3% this school year. 📚Even small changes in the student population can have big impacts on D.C.'s education budget. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/rJ7750YL9Kk

❓What skills, certifications, and competencies does your D.C.-area business look for in employees? ➡️ Share your insights today: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

🌟 The 2026 Quarter 2 Business Sentiments Survey is now live! 📊 Participants will be asked about economic expectations, revenue trends, and workforce challenges. ➡️ Complete the survey: ow.ly/hkXx50YJVPi

🗓️ D.C.-area business leaders expressed a difficult start to 2026. 📊 Quarter 1 Business Sentiments Survey results reveal dimmed economic expectations and lower revenues. Concerns about public safety seem to have moderated. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

📉 Population growth has stalled, employment is decreasing, and tax revenues have flattened. 🏘️ Ahead of the 2027 budget, D.C. Policy Center's Yesim Sayin reflects on why fiscal discipline isn't enough. D.C. needs to focus on growth. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

🏙️ A thriving city balances fiscal responsibility with economic realities, produces jobs, housing, and economic opportunity, and prioritizes strong government services. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

📉 D.C. population trends are shifting–growth site below one percent and births are declining. 📊 This has significant implications for local budgets, school enrollment, and economic conditions. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

📈 Remote work has reshaped the District's economy, but its prevalence varies by age group. 📊 This week's chart from Rivlin Initiative Director @daniel-burge.bsky.social explores the number of D.C. residents working remotely over time. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/Qcim50YwP0L

🌟 "D.C. Voices: Highlights from the release of State of D.C. Schools, 2024-25" summarizes key takeaways and recommendations from the "State of D.C. Schools, 2024-25" release event speakers and panelists. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/iJAx50YBT3M

👏 Yesterday, D.C. Policy Center's Emilia Calma testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social on the "Housing Production Omnibus Amendment Act." 📚 Her testimony notes risks created by a lack of predictability in housing production requirements. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

🌟 Today, we published "Five insights from the second year of the D.C. Policy Center’s quarterly Business Sentiments Survey." 📊 Key findings from 2025 include diminished economic expectations and increased concerns about public safety. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/2Eo950YyN7y

👏 Today, D.C. Policy Center's Emilia Calma testified before @councilofdc.bsky.social on "Funeral Directors Licensing Reform Amendment Act." 📚 Her testimony highlighted best practices for occupational licensing to support workforce stability in D.C. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/AE4i50YxNJM

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 A round of applause for Ward 8 Parent Leader LaSheema Burnett, who brought the parent perspective to @dcpolicycenter.bsky.social 's State of DC Schools event last week!

📈 Remote work has reshaped the District's economy, but its prevalence varies by age group. 📊 This week's chart from Rivlin Initiative Director @daniel-burge.bsky.social explores the number of D.C. residents working remotely over time. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/Qcim50YwP0L

🌟 Last week, we welcomed over 200 attendees to the release of "State of D.C. Schools, 2024-25." 📚 Our speakers noted strengths and struggles in D.C. schools, including improved educator retention and persistent chronic absenteeism. ➡️ Read the report: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

👏 Recently, Wilkes Initiative Director Emilia Calma testified before @councilofdc.bsky.social at the DHCD Performance Oversight Hearing. 🏘️ Her testimony highlighted challenges to D.C.'s housing supply, including restrictive zoning regulations. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

🌟 We are thrilled to announce the release of "State of D.C. Schools, 2024-25." 📊 The report focuses on several key wins for D.C.'s public schools including increased enrollment, improved teacher retention, and higher learning outcomes. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/fTiS50Ys4il

❗Don't forget! Tomorrow is the State of D.C. Schools 2024-25 release event! 🗓️ Tomorrow (3/11) ⏰ 9:30 AM (program to start at 10 AM) 📍MLK Library ➡️ Register today: secure.givelively.org/event/dc-pol...

👏 Join the 2024-25 State of D.C. Schools event, featuring: 🌟 Dr. Antoinette Mitchell (OSSE) 🌟 Dr. Lewis Ferebee (@dcpublicschools.bsky.social) 🌟 @deniseedtrust.bsky.social (@edtrust.bsky.social) 🌟 Shannon Hodge (KIPP DC) 🌟 LaSheema Burnett (@dcpave.bsky.social) ➡️ Register: ow.ly/hWFW50YoJJL

👏 Today, Emilia Calma testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social Committee on Housing. 🏘️ Her testimony focused on Inclusionary Zoning and draws from an upcoming report, "Breaking the scarcity-subsidy cycle." ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

👏 Today, Deputy Director @cfcoffin.bsky.social testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social at the OSSE performance oversight hearing. 📚Her testimony focused on building futures for D.C.’s learners and developing the right skills for success. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

👏 Meet our panel for the State of D.C. Schools 2024-25 event! 🌟 Dr. Antoinette Mitchell (OSSE) 🌟 Dr. Lewis Ferebee (@dcpublicschools.bsky.social) 🌟 @deniseedtrust.bsky.social (@edtrust.bsky.social) 🌟 Shannon Hodge (KIPP DC) 🌟 LaSheema Burnett (@dcpave.bsky.social) ➡️ Register: ow.ly/hWFW50YoJJL

📊 Last week, we hosted "D.C.’s Employment Outlook: Risks, Realities, and Policy Choices." 👏The event featured presentations from @daniel-burge.bsky.social and @brookings.edu fellow @lohplaces.bsky.social. We're grateful to @chmnmendelson.bsky.social for joining and offering insights.

📊 This week's chart examines D.C. student assessment scores by student group relative to pre-pandemic levels. 📈 The findings indicate that additional investments in Math may support more resilient outcomes, in line with ELA results. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

📚 Join us for the 2024-25 State of D.C. Schools release event on March 11th at MLK Library! 👏 We're excited to welcome our panel of experts from OSSE, @dcpublicschools.bsky.social, @edtrust.bsky.social, KIPP DC, and @dcpave.bsky.social. ➡️ Register to attend: secure.givelively.org/event/dc-pol...

👏 Today, Education Policy Initiative Fellow Anoosha Imran testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social Committee of the Whole. 📊 Her testimony focused on aligning resources with projected enrollment to support public education goals in D.C. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

🌟Join us for the release of the 2024-25 State of D.C. Schools report on March 11th! 👏 The event will feature a panel conversation with experts from OSSE, @dcpublicschools.bsky.social, KIPP, @edtrust.bsky.social, and @dcpave.bsky.social. ➡️ Register to attend: secure.givelively.org/event/dc-pol...

🌟 Mark your calendar for the release of State of D.C. Schools 2024-25: Forward Momentum! 🗓️ Wednesday, March 11th, 2026 ⏰ 9:30 AM, with the program to open at 10 AM 📍Martin Luther King Jr. Library ➡️ Register to attend: secure.givelively.org/event/dc-pol...

Proud of our fellows, who are building the policy knowledge + network to transform public education in DC! Special thanks to our powerful speakers: @cfcoffin.bsky.social @dcpolicycenter.bsky.social @radiokeri.bsky.social @allisterchang.bsky.social @empowerk12.bsky.social +More! tinyurl.com/mv6b2bk3

‼️ Today is the final day of the 2026 Q1 Business Sentiments Survey–don't miss your chance to participate: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

📊 How have public safety efforts affected your business? ⏲️ The 2026 Q1 Business Sentiments Survey will close tomorrow (1/29) at midnight. Representatives from all D.C.-area businesses are invited to participate. ➡️ Complete the survey today: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

👏 Today, Executive Director Yesim Sayin testified before @councilofdc.bsky.social in support of the “One Front Door Act.” 🏘️ Her testimony focused on reducing unnecessary regulatory barriers to housing production and preservation in the District. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

🌟 How have D.C. businesses been affected by crime? 📊 Answer this and more questions in the 2026 Q1 Business Sentiments Survey. Representatives from any business in the D.C. region are encouraged to participate. ➡️ Complete the survey: dcpc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

📊 The final round of the 2025 Business Sentiments Survey explored the effects of immigration enforcement on D.C.-area businesses. 📉 The results indicated a strained labor supply, increased hiring costs, and pessimism toward the economy. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

Fascinating: A mid-December report from @dcpolicycenter.bsky.social shows how the number of births has been dropping in D.C. in recent years, which will have significant impacts for the city's child care, pre-K, and school systems. (Read the report here: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...)

📊 In December, researchers from The Rivlin Initiative published "Is the District of Columbia still competitive?" 🌟 The report included thirteen recommendations to promote economic growth and vibrancy in D.C. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

👏 Recently, Emilia Calma testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social on the Glazier Licensing Standards and Certification Act. 📈 She emphasized that duplicative licensing will increase housing costs and decrease construction jobs in the D.C. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

📰 The D.C. Policy Center is making headlines! 🌟 City Journal: www.city-journal.org/article/new-... 🌟 @washingtonpost.com: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications... 🌟 @dclinenews.bsky.social : www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

🌟 In our recently published report, "Is the District of Columbia still competitive?," researchers @daniel-burge.bsky.social and @yesimsayin.bsky.social provide 13 recommendations to improve D.C.'s economic vibrancy. ➡️ Read more: www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

State governments are central to housing reform: they build infrastructure, allocate funding & set regulatory standards. But most states lack the policy infrastructure to support needed change. @dcpolicycenter.bsky.social chimes in with some solutions. www.dcpolicycenter.org/publications...

👏 We're thrilled to release "Is the District of Columbia still competitive? Waning interest after COVID-19 and how D.C. can reverse the trend." 📊 @daniel-burge.bsky.social and @yesimsayin.bsky.social focus on revealed preferences to explore D.C.'s vibrancy. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/1oT850XBsmJ

🗓️ On 12/12, join the DC Education Research Collaborative—in partnership with @dcpublicschools.bsky.social, @urbaninstitute.bsky.social, D.C. Policy Center, and Georgetown University—to learn about research on Career Development Opportunities in DCPS. ➡️ Register today: www.urban.org/events/explo...

🌟 Recently, Executive Director Yesim Sayin testified before the @councilofdc.bsky.social on workforce education. 📊 She focused on disparities among D.C.-born residents versus those who moved to D.C. as adults and making investments to expand success. ➡️ Read more: ow.ly/mFyn50XAFQA