Posted by Erin Bendily, Ph.D. on November 12, 2025Unlocking Opportunity – How Pelican Institute Brought “One Door” to LouisianaThe Vision – From Dependence to Dignity In 2021, the Pelican Institute for Public Policy launched the [...]Read more
Posted by Isabella Albano on June 25, 2025One Door, Many Opportunities: A Win for LouisianaThe 2025 Louisiana Regular Session is over, with mixed results for Louisianans. A major win worth [...]Read more
Posted by Isabella Albano on April 28, 2025Louisiana Forges a Path from Poverty to Prosperity through “One Door” LegislationThis legislative session, lawmakers are taking a bold step toward breaking the cycle of poverty and [...]Read more
Posted by on February 4, 2025Comprehensive Task Force Report Presents Opportunity to Drive One Door to Self-Sufficiency Initiative ForwardLouisiana is famous for its rich culture, beautiful landscape, and abundant natural resources. Yet, many [...]Read more
Posted by on July 2, 2024“One Door” to Self-SufficiencyThe “One Door to Work” legislation, now part of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act [...]Read more
Posted by on April 1, 2024A Better Way to Work: Louisiana Embraces the One Door SolutionLouisiana is facing a workforce crisis. We have millions relying on safety net programs while employers [...]Read more
Posted by on March 5, 2024A Fragmented System: Louisiana Audit Calls for Improved Coordination in Social Safety Net and Workforce ProgramsA recent performance audit conducted by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor found significant shortcomings [...]Read more
Posted by on January 2, 2024One Door to Lift Louisianans Out of PovertyWith its bustling ports, abundant resources, and rich culinary traditions, Louisiana should be thriving. [...]Read more
Posted by on September 29, 2023Louisiana’s Workforce Programs Aren’t WorkingLouisiana’s hardworking men and women need better training and skills so they can achieve better-paying [...]Read more