Phoenix Foundation International Policy Action

I. Center for Environmental, Climate, and Energy Policy
This center focuses on creating the legal and regulatory frameworks necessary to protect the biosphere and manage a sustainable transition to a new energy economy.
A. Climate & Atmospheric Policy Program
Advocacy for International Climate Agreements & Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
Policy Development for Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Strategies
Promoting Legislation for a Renewable Energy Transition
Frameworks for Ecosystem-based Adaptation & Mitigation
Policy on Ocean & Climate Change, including “Blue Carbon” initiatives
B. Biodiversity & Conservation Policy Program
Advocacy for Strengthening Global Biodiversity Frameworks (e.g., Post-2020 GBF)
Developing Model Legislation for Species Protection (Marine, Freshwater, Terrestrial)
Policy on Habitat Management, Restoration, and Connectivity
Regulatory Frameworks for Biodiversity Net-Gain & Offsets
Promoting Policies against Invasive Alien Species
Policy to Protect World Heritage Sites & Effective Protected Areas
C. Land & Agriculture Policy Program
Policy to Promote Sustainable Food and Agricultural Systems
Advocacy for Land Degradation Neutrality and Forest Protection
Legislative Frameworks for Livelihoods & Sustainable Use
D. Water & Oceans Policy Program
Policy on Transboundary Water Governance and Diplomacy
Advocacy for International Law of the Sea & High Seas Governance
Regulatory Frameworks for Sustainable Fisheries & Aquaculture
Developing Legislation to Combat Plastic & Other Marine Pollution
E. Energy & Resource Management Policy Program
Analysis of National & International Energy Policies
Policy Frameworks for Energy Infrastructure Modernization & Security
Promoting Legislation for Energy Efficiency, Conservation & Demand Management
Regulatory Analysis of Non-renewable Resource Extraction
Policy on Water Allocation & Use Efficiency
F. Pollution, Waste & Circular Economy Policy Program
Developing Model Legislation for Pollution Prevention (P2)
Policy on Solid & Hazardous Waste Management
Advocacy for Regulatory Frameworks Supporting a Circular Economy
Policy Analysis of Water & Wastewater Treatment Standards
II. Center for Social Justice & Human Development Policy
This center works to embed principles of equity, justice, and human dignity into the policies that shape our communities and societies.
A. Social Equity & Justice Policy Program
Analysis and Policy Recommendations to Reduce Social & Economic Disparities
Developing Racial and Ethnic Justice Policies
Advocacy for Gender Equality Promotion Strategies
Policy on Disability Rights and Accessibility
Evaluation of Poverty Reduction Programs for Policy Improvement
Analysis of the Criminal Justice System for Equitable Reform
Promoting Fair Housing and Community Investment Policies
B. Children, Families & Youth Policy Program
Policy Analysis for Child Welfare System Reform
Advocacy for investment in Early Childhood Education
Developing Family Economic Security Policies
Policy Recommendations from Youth Development Program Evaluations
Promoting Policies based on Community Health and Well Being Indicators
Policy on Social Services Integration Strategies
C. Education & Workforce Policy Program
Analysis of K-12 & Higher Education Policy for Improved Outcomes
Policy to Advance Educational Equity
Promoting Policies on Teacher Effectiveness & Professional Development
Advocacy for Career and Technical Education Pathways
Analysis of Labor Market Dynamics for Policy Development
Policy to Improve Workforce Development and Training Effectiveness
Evaluation of Occupational Safety and Health Standards
Policy Reform for Unemployment Support Systems
Developing Retirement Security Policy Options
Policy Analysis of the Future of Work & Automation
Advocacy for Labor Law and Worker Rights Enforcement
III. Center for Global Health & Humanitarian Policy
This center focuses on strengthening international frameworks for health security, disaster response, and the protection of human rights in crises.
A. Global Health Security & Governance Program
Policy Analysis of Health Care System Cost, Quality, and Access
Developing Models for Health Insurance Coverage Expansion
Advocacy for Strengthening Public Health Emergency Preparedness
Policy to Improve Mental and Behavioral Health Services Access
Analysis of Pharmaceutical Pricing and Innovation Policy
Policy Work on Global Women’s Issues & Maternal Health
Advocacy for International Cooperation on Global Health (e.g., COVID-19 Response)
B. Disaster Management & Resilience Policy Program
Analysis of Emergency Management System Effectiveness
Developing Hazard Mitigation Planning Policies
Advocacy for Resilient Infrastructure Policies
Policy on Disaster Response and Recovery Logistics
C. Humanitarian Law & Assistance Policy Program
Advocacy for the Protection of Affected Populations (Refugees, IDPs, Children in Conflict)
Promoting Compliance with International Humanitarian Law
Policy on Asylum and Refugee Rights
Analysis of Foreign Aid Effectiveness
Advocacy for strengthening UN Conventions (Torture, Rights of the Child)
IV. Center for International Law & Security Policy
This center addresses the legal and strategic challenges of global security, from transnational crime to geopolitical competition.
A. International Security & Defense Policy Program
Analysis of Global Security and Strategic Competition
Policy Recommendations for Arms Control Treaty Verification & Compliance
Analysis of Defense Strategy and Force Structure
Policy on Space Security and Architecture
Analysis of Emerging National Security Threats
B. Transnational Crime & Justice Policy Program
Advocacy for International Treaties & Cooperation to Combat Transnational Crime
Promoting Legislation and International Cooperation to Combat Human Trafficking
Policy to Counter Illicit Financial Flows & Support Asset Recovery
Developing Anti-Corruption & Transparency Policies
Advocacy for Strengthening International Agreements on Environmental Crime (e.g., Wildlife Trafficking)
Policy on Combating Illicit Drug Trade
C. Counter-Terrorism Policy Program
Analysis of Counterterrorism Intelligence and Prevention Strategies
Policy Recommendations Regarding Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTFs)
Policy on Preventing CBRNE Threats
D. Homeland Security & Public Safety Policy Program
Analysis of Border Security Operations and Technology
Policy on Law Enforcement Practices and Community Relations
Policy on Critical Infrastructure Protection Planning
Analysis of Transportation Security Systems
V. Center for Technology & Innovation Policy
This center focuses on the governance of emerging technologies, ensuring they are developed and deployed ethically and for the public good.
A. Artificial Intelligence & Data Science Policy Program
Developing AI Policy, Governance Frameworks, and Ethics Guidelines
Policy on Data Privacy and Protection
Advocacy for Standards in Public Sector Data Analytics
Policy to Counter Information Operations and Disinformation
B. Cybersecurity Policy Program
Advocacy for Critical Infrastructure Cyber Resilience Standards
Policy on Digital Network Security Standards
Analysis of International Cyber Issues & Norms
C. Science & Emerging Technology Policy Program
Analysis of National Research and Development Investment Strategies
Policy on Technology Innovation Ecosystems
Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) of Emerging Technologies (Biotechnology, AI, Quantum)
Promoting STEM Education and Workforce Policies
Advocacy for Scientific Integrity and Research Misconduct Policies
Policy to Support Technology Transfer and Commercialization