Interested in how unconditional cash transfers impact families and child development? 📊 The Institute for Research on Poverty is hiring a Research Analyst for the Baby’s First Years (BFY) study! 📍 Madison, WI (Hybrid) ⏰ Apply by Aug 4 Details & apply 👇

IRP Research Analyst - BFY - Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.Job Category:Academic StaffEmployment…

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What can state reforms teach us about the future of U.S. health insurance? Join the Institute for Research on Poverty on July 22 at 1 PM CT for insights on Romneycare and Medicaid expansions with experts from UW–Madison, Harvard, and Dartmouth. Sign up: www.irp.wisc.edu/resource/sha...

What is the state of child care in Wisconsin? 🍼📊 Join the Institute for Research on Poverty & UW Extension today at 12 PM for a virtual panel on current policy, workforce impacts, and what lies ahead for families. Register here: today.wisc.edu/events/view/... #Wisconsin #ChildCare

👏 👏 👏 Congratulations to our IRP 2026–2027 Visiting Poverty Scholars! Welcome Tina Law @tinalaw.bsky.social @ucdavis.bsky.social , Rachel Ludeke, Blanca Ramirez @blancaarramirez.bsky.social, and Anna Wiersma Strauss! www.irp.wisc.edu/visiting-pov...

Visiting Poverty Scholars Program

The IRP Scholar-in-Residence Program has two aims: to support research by U.S.-based poverty scholars from underrepresented racial and ethnic populations; and to enhance resources and networks…

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📣 Still time to register for today's webinar on Navigating Financial Technology: Inclusion, Innovation and Buy Now, Pay Later. We'll explore how fintech impact lower income consumers in the U.S. www.irp.wisc.edu/resource/nav...

Navigating Fintech: Inclusion, Innovation, and “Buy Now, Pay Later”

Research | Training | Policy | Practice

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Fintech is everywhere, from digital banking to splitting a dinner bill. But how does this shift impact lower-income individuals? Does it create real inclusion or more financial risk? Join our 6/24 webinar to explore the research. ⬇️ Register to attend live or get the recording:

Navigating Fintech: Inclusion, Innovation, and “Buy Now, Pay Later”

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IRP's Associate Director of Research & Training and UW-Madison Professor, J. Michael Collins, will speak on trends and solutions for Wisconsin poverty issues at the Morrill Lecture Series on 6/22 at 6:30pm in Spring Green, WI. The event is free and open to the public. Learn more: morrilllectures.org

The Morrill Lecture Series

Together, we can make a difference.

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How has the rise of financal technology impacted low-income consumers? Join us to explore the topic on 6/24 for our webinar Navigating Fintech: Inclusion, Innovation, and “Buy Now, Pay Later." Learn more and register: www.irp.wisc.edu/resource/nav...

Navigating Fintech: Inclusion, Innovation, and “Buy Now, Pay Later”

Research | Training | Policy | Practice

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📣 Join us for our upcoming June 30th virtual session - Wisconsin Knowledge Boost: What is the State of Child Care in Wisconsin? Registration is now open: uwmadison.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Wisconsin Knowledge Boost: What is the State of Child Care in Wisconsin?. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

This virtual session focuses on the current state of child care in Wisconsin including insights into policy and the implications for Wisconsinites. The session will begin with Dr. Alejandra Ros Pilarz,...

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Register for #RECS2026 and sign up for an Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm to network with peers and leaders in the field studying economic self-sufficiency and human services programs and policies.

If you’re an early career scholar attending #RECS2026, register for a free Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm for an opportunity to discuss topics like career development and getting published. redcap.link/wqfj885o #EarlyCareerScholars

If you’re a graduate student or junior faculty member attending #RECS2026, check out the Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 to discuss topics like professional development with leaders in the field. Register now: redcap.link/wqfj885o

Did you know that May is #OlderAmericansMonth? Each year the Administration for Community Living leads the nation in affirming the importance of older adults' health & well-being. Join IRP's 5/20 webinar: Research and Policy to Address Financial Instability Among Older Adults

Research and Policy to Address Financial Instability Among Older Adults

Research | Training | Policy | Practice

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We’ll be hosting the Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event for early career scholars at #RECS2026 on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm. Register now: redcap.link/wqfj885o #EarlyCareerScholars #AcademicTwitter

Early Career Scholars: Connect with your peers and leaders in economic self-sufficiency research at #RECS2026! Join the Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm. Register:

🎉 Congratulations to our graduating Research Fellows! We are proud to have been a part of your journey at UW–Madison and are inspired by your dedication to poverty scholarship. Join us in 👏 👏 👏 for Jill Hoiting, Kathryn Taber, Anna Walther, @tylerqwelch.bsky.social, Zoe Walts, and Hanna Han 🎓️

Are you registered for #RECS2026? Sign up for the Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm to discuss different career paths, and more.

Registration for #RECS2026 is open! Sign up for the Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm to network with colleagues and leaders in the field studying economic self-sufficiency and human services programs and policies.

Register for #RECS2026 and sign up for our Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event to network with colleagues and leaders in the field studying economic self-sufficiency and human services programs and policies. redcap.link/wqfj885o #EarlyCareerScholars

👏 Congratulations to our IRP 2026 Summer Research Fellowship Recipients! Larry Czeponis, Caitlin Dutta, Jimin Gim, Wanting Jiang, Swati Joshi, Bezankeng Njinju, Alexis Smith, and Avery Warner!

Congratulations to Heather Little IRP 2026–2027 IRP Dissertation Research Fellow! Heather is a PhD Candidate in Economics at UW-Madison. Her dissertation is titled: Education in Context: Essays on the Economics of Education. We're looking forward to the coming year! www.irp.wisc.edu/training/irp...

IRP Dissertation Research Fellowship

IRP conducts a competitive Ph.D. Student Research Fellowship Program at the UW–Madison that offers up to 12 months of research support to advanced graduate students conducting rigorous…

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Will you be at #RECS2026? Join us for an in-person Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm! Register now:

Register for #RECS2026 and sign up for an Emerging Scholars Mentoring Event on 5/20 from 3-4:15 pm to network with peers and leaders in the field studying economic self-sufficiency and human services programs and policies.

🚨 THE FINAL COUNTDOWN! 🚨 We have until 5:00 p.m. to make our mark for #DayOfTheBadger. Support the Institute for Research on Poverty and help us build a future informed by evidence and equity. 👐 DONATE NOW: dayofthebadger.org/campaign/res... #UWMadison #OnWisconsin

Institute for Research on Poverty | Day of the Badger

The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) is celebrating our 60th anniversary this year, and we invite our friends, colleagues, and affiliates to honor and support our work through Day of the…

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Evidence-based policy starts with you. 🧠 Your #DayOfTheBadger donations support IRP’s mission to understand and reduce inequality through rigorous research and training. Only 1,848 minutes to make an impact—and we’re down to the final few! 🔗 dayofthebadger.org/campaign/res... #BadgersGiveBack

Institute for Research on Poverty | Day of the Badger

The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) is celebrating our 60th anniversary this year, and we invite our friends, colleagues, and affiliates to honor and support our work through Day of the…

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Only a few hours left of #DayOfTheBadger! ⏳ Your gift to @IRP_UW helps us turn research into real-world solutions for poverty and inequality. Let’s finish strong, Badgers! 👐❤️ Give now: dayofthebadger.org/campaign/res... #UWMadison #DayOfTheBadger

Institute for Research on Poverty | Day of the Badger

The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) is celebrating our 60th anniversary this year, and we invite our friends, colleagues, and affiliates to honor and support our work through Day of the…

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Research in action. 📊 From child welfare to housing stability, IRP translates data into policies that help families thrive. Support the mission this #DayOfTheBadger and help us build a more equitable future. Donate here: dayofthebadger.org/irp #PovertyResearch #WisconsinIdea

60 years of evidence. 60 years of impact. 🦡📈 For 6 decades, IRP has been a national leader in understanding the causes and costs of poverty. This Day of the Badger, help us continue this vital work for the next 60 years. Every gift helps us reach our 10-donor goal: dayofthebadger.org/irp

Institute for Research on Poverty | Day of the Badger

The Institute for Research on Poverty (IRP) is celebrating our 60th anniversary this year, and we invite our friends, colleagues, and affiliates to honor and support our work through Day of the…

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The gig economy: Freedom for some, struggle for others. 🔍 Join IRP for the 2026 Robert J. Lampman Memorial Lecture with Professor Katharine G. Abraham as she explores "The Skill Divide in the Gig Economy." 📅 April 16 | 4-6 PM 📍 Varsity Hall III, Union South

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Institute for Research on Poverty Robert J. Lampman Memorial Lecture - Katharine G. Abraham

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UW-Madison Undergrad and grad students: You are invited to a special discussion with Katharine Abraham on April 16th. 🎓🏛️ This is a fantastic chance to engage directly with a distinguished economist. Location:Union South (Check TITU) Time: 1:45-2:30 PM Snacks Provided! RSVP: go.wisc.edu/j4nhw7

Discussion with Katharine Abraham (IRP Student Event)

Interest Form for the Abraham Discussion Student Engagement event on April 16th, 2026

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