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THE PAUL DOUGLAS
INSTITUTE

the University of Chicago's PREMIER UNDERGRADUATE-LED THINK TANK

ADVANCING public policy RESEARCH for real-world impact

NON-PartisaN and EVIDENCE-focused

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Through collaborative projects, hands-on workshops, and a strong sense of community, we empower student researchers to tackle policy challenges that matter

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Our teams produce thoughtful, data-driven analysis on issues ranging from local concerns to national policy, turning research into real-world impact.

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Looking for fresh insights, collaborative research, or analytical support? PDI partners with organizations committed to meaningful change.

TESTIMONIALS

"We want to thank [PDI] and

everyone's hard work on this project.

[We] will be sending this [report] over to the

rest of the More Equitable Democracy staff,

along with the recording of the presentation."

Isaac Organista

Consultant with More Equitable Democracy