Gray Cat Policy
Elizabeth
Lower-Basch
Strategic policy advisor with 25+ years of experience in nonprofit and government settings transforming public benefit systems.
My superpower is bridging the high-level vision of a coherent, effective, and efficient system that meets family needs and respects their dignity with the nitty-gritty details of funding streams, reporting requirements, and performance measures.
TRANSLATING POLICY COMPLEXITY INTO SOCIAL IMPACT
What I Offer
STRATEGIC ADVICE & TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Support state and local agencies in modernizing benefit delivery systems.
Guide program design and implementation based on research on best practices from other jurisdictions.
Incorporate equity in policy design and implementation, including through stakeholder engagement.
ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS & COALITIONS
Connect organizations to advocacy ecosystems to effectively influence regulatory and and legislative processes.
Develop high-functioning diverse collaborations and coalitions to advance policy goals.
Mentor staff in developing and implementing advocacy strategies.
POLICY ANALYSIS & COMMUNICATIONS
Identify opportunities and risks based on analysis of federal and state policies and funding streams.
Create accessible materials that explain technical policies to diverse audiences, including:
- Testimony for legislative bodies
- Regulatory comments
- Presentations and trainings for community members
- Policy manuals and guidance
- Articles, reports and fact sheets
CONTACT ME
Please reach out if you have any questions about my services or ideas about how we can partner to improve programs and policies. Subject to capacity, I am happy to provide pro bono (free) support to grassroots organizations.
Fill out this form, or e-mail me at
Elizabeth AT graycatpolicy.com