The Latino Policy Institute at RWU

Committed to examining & communicating the evolving
Latino experience in RI

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Stimulating Public Policy

The Latino Policy Institute (LPI) at Roger Williams University seeks to stimulate public policy discourse by objectively examining and communicating the evolving Latino experience in Rhode Island.

Featured Report

Latino Students in RI: Review of Local & National Performances​

This report examines the academic achievement of Latino students in Rhode Island, particularly relative to the performance of White students in the state and to Latinos in other U.S. states and jurisdictions.

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Featured Article

Brandeis Report: Opportunity gap among Children of Different Races in Providence among Nation's Widest

This article reviews a report by Brandeis University that examines one of the largest opportunity gaps between white and Latino students in Providence. 

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The Contributions of Undocumented Immigrants in Rhode Island

This infographic details the contributions of Undocumented Immigrants in the State of Rhode Island

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Research

Through extensive research studies and meta-analysis, the Latino Policy Institute generates non-partisan data of Latinos in Rhode Island.
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Education

Through the information we present, Latinos’ social, economic and civic contributions to the state of Rhode Island can be better documented and understood.
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Advocacy

By generating and communicating data of Latinos in Rhode Island, we hope to stimulate public policy discourse and be a reliable source to state decision makers.

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