University of Nebraska Public Policy Center

Our mission is to link policy with research, process, and practice. We aim to actively inform public policy by bringing expertise in a variety of areas.

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#NowHiring a Research Specialist I or II! Join a multidisciplinary research team that brings people, data, and research together to help community partners and policymakers better understand complex public issues.

Learn more & apply today: https://t.co/C6R8bjiHXW

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Congrats to @NU_PPC Lisa PytlikZillig and co-authors, Kristen Blankley and Ashley Votruba! Their article on restorative justice received enough views to be a Top Viewed Article. Read it here https://t.co/E4GTd4frq3 #TopViewedArticle @wileyinresearch

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Congratulations Joseph Wright on your retirement after 40 years of dedicated service keeping Lincolnites safe. Thank you for your partnership, service, and the example you’ve set. Wishing you all the best.

1011 Now: https://t.co/315lNgRdxh
Journal Star: https://t.co/qyNW3PJzus

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There is still time to register for tomorrow's training on peer engagement with Dr. Jai Sookram.

Learn more: https://t.co/msrHe9FQ9W
Register now: https://t.co/PDkaCq6YyF

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Being there for someone through a difficult moment can include helping them connect to support. 988 is available 24/7. Call or text anytime, anywhere in the U.S. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Learn more: https://t.co/sZuuXBdspu #SeeThePerson #MHAM2026 @samhsagov

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We are closed Monday, May 25 in honor of Memorial Day and will return Tuesday, May 26. #MemorialDay

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There is still time to register for tomorrow's webinar covering the unique behavioral health
challenges faced by older adults.
Register now: https://t.co/0unadRKjU1
Full details: https://t.co/CsOua56b8W
Sponsors: @NEDHHS and @NU_PPC

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Engagement is the beginning of an interpersonal and healing relationship. Register for next week's training with Dr. Jai Sookram to learn key strategies to successful peer engagement.

Learn more: https://t.co/msrHe9FQ9W
Register today: https://t.co/PDkaCq6YyF

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When we focus on the person and not the diagnosis, we create more supportive conversations about mental health. https://t.co/KGXdVdI3P6 #SeeThePerson #MHAM2026 #SupportMatters @samhsagov

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Join Drs. Blankenau and Wengel next week for this webinar on the unique behavioral health
challenges faced by older adults, as well as their families and others who
care for them.
Register: https://t.co/0unadRKjU1
Full details: https://t.co/CsOua56b8W
Sponsors: @NEDHHS @NU_PPC

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This spring's Nebraska wildfires were created by “perfect storm” conditions, says @UNLincoln expert Dirac Twidwell.

In partnership with @NU_PPC, Behavioral Health Regions 1 & 2 are key in providing project resources and recovery efforts.

Read article: https://t.co/Gl3FQfQqE4

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There's still time to register for tomorrow's training on ethics, boundaries, and self-care in peer support with David Stoecker on Zoom.

Learn more: https://t.co/W6EEedS2wD
Register today: https://t.co/G8azOdOc8E

Sponsored by: @NEDHHS @NU_PPC

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Huge congratulations to Ruth Bailey on graduating with honors from the @UNLincoln and being accepted into @TAMULawSchool! As @NU_PPC copy editor, she has shown outstanding attention to detail and a strong work ethic. Best wishes for her next milestone.

#UNLGrad #TexasAMLaw

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Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice when something feels different. Changes in mood, sleep, appetite or behavior may signal a young person needs support. https://t.co/VYc6b6Nk0v #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #SeeThePerson @samhsagov

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Many of our undergrad and grad assistants are graduating. Congrats to them and all @UNLincoln, @UNOmaha, and @UNKearney graduates!

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Two upcoming opportunities for peer support specialists to expand skills in ethics (May 14) and engagement (May 28). Register for both free, virtual trainings now at https://t.co/LnSrVQHKvZ.

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Mental health conditions can affect anyone. Compassion, understanding, and access to care can make a meaningful difference. There is treatment available: https://t.co/cs8xNpRgEy #SeeThePerson #MHAM2026 @samhsagov

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Peer support specialists, join us for this training on ethics and self-care as a responsibility on May 14 via Zoom. #PeerSupport #Ethics

Learn more: https://t.co/W6EEedS2wD
Register today: https://t.co/G8azOdOc8E

Sponsors: @NEDHHS and @NU_PPC

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Explore ethical challenges around boundaries, dual relationships, and role clarity for peer specialists with David Stoecker on May 14 at 8:30 a.m.

Learn more: https://t.co/W6EEedS2wD
Register today: https://t.co/G8azOdOc8E

@NEDHHS and @NU_PPC

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Join us for a free webinar to learn about the unique behavioral health
challenges faced by older adults, as well as their families and others who
care for them.
Register: https://t.co/0unadRKjU1
Full details: https://t.co/CsOua56b8W
Sponsors: @NEDHHS @NU_PPC