While Polis Inc. has experience working on a wide variety of public policy issues, we also specialize in process.  Current ways of finding and fighting for solutions to common problems aren't working, so Polis Inc. works to address the both the how and the what of public policy. 

• Civic Engagement
  "Engagement" cannot be done simply for engagement's sake.  Citizens have important perspectives on and experience with policy on a personal level that are invaluable to finding solutions to common problems.  Polis Inc. has experience forging new trails to the public - and not just to the "usual suspects" - and engaging them in meaningful ways that provides value both to them and policy-makers. 
• Democratic Reform
  Democratic reform helps to make all other reforms possible.  From assessing the current environment to making well-researched and innovative recommendations, Polis Inc. has experience in exploring solutions to solve problems in and improve the functioning of democracy.  Some of the facets we've worked on recently are:
• Redistricting / Apportionment
• Voter Registration
• Clean Elections / Public Financing of Campaigns
• Election Administration
• Judicial Independence
• Public Education Campaigns
  Public education is often a linchpin to success for many common problems.  Educational and public service messages are often boring and have trouble competing in the sea of advertising, reality TV, and new media.  Polis Inc. has experience crafting messages and materials that not only standout, but also reach their target markets effectively. 
• Public Policy Issues
  Bread-and-butter public policy issues are ultimately what affect citizens in day-to-day life.  Polis Inc. has experience working with many of them, including,
• Social Exclusion / Inclusion
• Healthcare
• Education
• Taxes
• Housing
• Technology and the digital divide
• Community / Urban Planning
• Transportation