The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation, the Wisconsin Towns Association, Wisconsin Electric Cooperative Association and The Welch Group announce the formation of the Rural Policy Institute.
The Rural Policy Institute is a nonprofit, nonpartisan coalition of agricultural and rural organizations dedicated to research and development of policies promoting generational prosperity for Wisconsin’s rural communities.
The mission is to develop, promote, and implement strategic policies capitalizing on the unique characteristics of rural areas while addressing key issues such as infrastructure, healthcare, workforce, education, and economic development.
This year, RPI will showcase research, white papers and host events providing a platform for stakeholders to engage, collaborate, and learn about the need for robust advocacy addressing the challenges faced by rural communities.
“For the first time, leading rural voices are coming together to collaborate on a shared vision to address the challenges and opportunities facing our rural communities,” said ike Koles, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Towns Association and President of the RPI Board of Directors.
If you are interested in becoming a partner or want to learn more about the Rural Policy Institute, visit ruralpolicyinstitute.org.
