Bridging the Gap Between Frontline Insight and Policy.
Advancing Public Systems Through Macro Policy, Leadership, and Action.
Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Fellows of the Mental Health & Policy in the Digital Age Fellowship
A National Institution Dedicated to
Transforming Frontline Insights Into Systemic Solutions.
The Macro Institute for Social Policy Advancement (MISPA) is a national, non-partisan institution dedicated to transforming frontline insights into systemic solutions. We build a critical micro-to-macro pipeline, equipping emerging and established professionals across the health, human services, and social sciences to analyze, navigate, and understand and respond to the policies that impact community well-being.
The Micro-to-Macro Pipeline
MISPA provides specialized training that prepares frontline practitioners — including social workers, counselors, and healthcare professionals — to understand and analyze policy systems from a macro perspective, bridging the gap left by traditional academic programs.
Applied Policy Research
We host an interdisciplinary research incubator where fellows examine structural gaps in social systems and develop evidence-based, practical policy frameworks. Fellows gain hands-on experience translating research into professional-grade policy analysis.
The Youth In Macro (YIM) Leadership Council
While MISPA serves as the national institute, we develop a nationwide network of rising leaders through the Youth in Macro Council — ensuring the next generation of practitioners is professionally equipped to contribute to national policy conversations.
The Student-Led Arm of MISPA
The YIM Leadership Council is the student body of MISPA — research fellowships and civic education for the next generation of social scientists and policy thinkers.
Run for the Youth Council
The YIM Council consist of elected student leaders. Selection for the inaugural council cohort opens soon. Positions include President, Policy Director, Outreach Director, Events Director, and Secretary.
Learn About the CouncilGet Involved With YIM
Join as a council member, apply for a research fellowship, or connect with a growing network of students and emerging professionals across 25 states who are committed to systems-level change.
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