Work With Us
The University of San Francisco Policy Lab connects community partners, policymakers, and organizations within the University of San Francisco’s faculty expertise and student talent. Whether you have a fully formed project idea or simply an idea that you’d like to explore, we are here to help coordinate with the right expertise and resources!
Your Mission, Powered by the University of San Francisco Policy Lab
At the University of San Francisco Policy Lab, we believe that the most effective policy is rooted in the community. We partner with local government agencies, non-profits, and organizations to provide research support needed to move the needle on San Francisco’s most pressing issues.
Why Partner with Us?
- Capacity Building: Leverage the research skills of USF’s students and policy scholars.
- Actionable Insights: Move beyond theory with policy recommendations tailored to your specific goals.
- Jesuit Values in Action: Our work is grounded in a commitment to social justice and the Common Good of our city.
Why Partner with Us?
Do you have a project that needs a fresh perspective? Whether it’s a data analysis request or a long-term policy study we invite you to collaborate with us!
You are aware of your community’s needs. We can help you with data collection/analysis, develop policy ideas, and even engage student researchers to help support your mission. From housing justice to environmental advocacy, we connect your work with university resources!
Want to work on projects that matter? The Policy Lab connects students with community partners and real world problems. Gain hands-on experience while making a difference in the city.
Policy decisions deserve solid evidence to back it up. We help coordinate faculty expertise and student talent to provide research, analysis, and recommendations that inform better governance for San Francisco and beyond.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all! We welcome and support both well-defined project ideas and ideas in the early stage. Part of our role is helping you refine what you are looking for and identify the best possible resources we can provide to support you.
The timeline varies, based on the complexity of the project, availability, and our academic calendar. Some partnerships can begin within weeks while others require a semester of planning. We will work with your timeline.
Absolutely! Students can definitely propose projects, join existing partnerships or even get connected with community organizations seeking research support!
While our primary area of expertise is in San Francisco, we consider partnerships throughout the Bay Area and beyond, especially when there's a strong alignment with our mission and values.