Podcast: The Evolving Nature of Equity in Practice with Dr. Benoy Jacob, University of Wisconsin

Posted on August 4, 2023


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Benoy Jacob

Dr. Benoy Jacob
Director, Community Development Institute
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Division of Extension
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Governing for equity. Dr. Benoy Jacob, the Director of the Community Development Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Division of Extension, joined the podcast to talk about bridging the theory and practice of equity in local government. He shared his research into equity in public administration and the understanding of equity as a field versus a value. He also discussed building partnerships to address issues related to equity.

This episode was recorded at the 2023 Social Equity Leadership Conference in Kansas City, MO.

Host: Lauren Palmer

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