Public Agenda’s Hidden Common Ground on Race and Police Reform examined public opinion on many of the most pressing questions prompted by the tragic murder of George Floyd and the ensuing protests, including policing bias, use of force, and militarization as well as how policing fits into the priorities of communities and the broader effects of racism in society.

Aimed primarily at elected city officials, public administrators, and other city stakeholders, we plan to address the scientific evidence behind these questions with a particular focus on the downstream impacts and lived experiences of marginalized and underrepresented communities who are often disproportionately affected by these issues. 

Our goal is to provide the evidence and insight policymakers need to effectively and equitably promote public safety in their communities.

Speakers:

• Emily Owens - Professor, Department of Criminology, Law, and Society, University of California Irvine
• Michael Sierra-Arévalo - Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology, University of Texas at Austin
• Walter Katz - Vice President of Criminal Justice, Arnold Ventures

Moderator:

Quixada Moore-Vissing,  Associate Director for National Engagement Programs at Public Agenda  

Introduced by Will Friedman, President of Public Agenda, and Steve Newell, Project Director, Center for Scientific Evidence in Public Issues, American Association for the Advancement of Science

Listen to the Podcast at Local Gov Life

The American Association for the Advancement of Science's Center for Scientific Evidence in Public Issues (EPI Center) and Public Agenda, a nonpartisan research and public engagement organization, are co-hosting this webinar for city officials and civic leaders focused on promoting equitable public safety, community reinvestment, and police reform.