Westat will join policymakers, researchers, and practitioners at the Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management (APPAM) 47th Annual Fall Research Conference, Forging Collaborations for Transformative and Resilient Policy Solutions, taking place November 13–15, 2025, in Seattle, Washington.
The conference will highlight the importance of partnerships in shaping public policy. By bringing together perspectives from government, academia, business, and communities, APPAM 2025 will showcase how collaborative approaches can strengthen evidence generation, improve coordination, and enhance trust in public services. Discussions will focus on refining policies, addressing unintended consequences, and developing resilient solutions to complex societal challenges.
Westat staff (in bold) will participate in the following sessions:
Sarah Charnes and Caitlin Marie Lowery. (Panel Discussants). Perspectives on the Effects of Universal School Meal Programs on Students and Their Communities.
Sarah Charnes. (Panel Chair). Place and Opportunity: Human Services and Public Policy.