Center for Legislative Development
Nan Carroll, Director

The Center for Legislative Development has been working since 1970 to help strengthen legislatures worldwide. CLD views the legislature as the key, but often neglected, institution in the social, economic, and democratic political development of nations.

Center for Policy Research
Thomas Stewart, Director

The Center for Policy Research was formally established in September 1987. Its overall mission is to advance the Rockefeller College goal of establishing and maintaining excellence in the field of public policy, emphasizing research on both methodological and substantive issues.

Center for Women in Government and Civil Society
Judith Saidel, Director

The Center for Women in Government & Civil Society is part of the Nelson A. Rockefeller College of Public Affairs and Policy, University at Albany, State University of New York. Through research, teaching, training, leadership development, networking, and public education, the Center works to: Strengthen women’s public policy leadership; Broaden access of women and youth to policy knowledge, skills, and influence; Advance equity for women in the workplace; Enhance nonprofit management and leadership; Inform policy makers and policy activists on issues related to women, children and families.

Institute for Traffic Safety Management and Research
Debra Rood, Director

The Institute for Traffic Safety Management and Research seeks to improve highway safety by conducting research studies, evaluating programmatic and legislative initiatives, consulting on public policy issues, and providing a wide range of technical and analytical services that support state and national efforts to reduce motor vehicle crashes, fatalities, and injuries.

Professional Development Program
Eugene Monaco, Executive Director and Public Service Professor

The Professional Development Program provides extended learning opportunities by bringing the resources of the university to government agencies and affiliated organizations to develop their workforce through education, training, research and evaluation.

Initiative for System Dyanamics in the Public Sector
Rod MacDonald, Director

The Initiative for System Dynamics in the Public Sector develops system dynamics computer simulation models of specific problems identified by government agencies and nonprofits. These models are used to test scenarios and develop understanding about the possible implications of different policies and programs prior to implementation. Studies for the Division of Disability Determinations, The Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee and Home Health Care Association of New York are among the Initiative’s recent projects as well as providing training for Office of the State Comptroller and Regional School Support Center. Current projects include an examination of scenarios regarding the implementation of technology on the criminal justice system for the National Institute of Justice.

Intergovernmental Studies Program
Sydney Cresswell, Director

The Intergovernmental Solutions Program conducts research to advance intergovernmental collaborations. IGSP shares the lessons derived from these government-to-government initiatives with people who work in the intergovernmental zone.

Center for Technology in Government
Anthony M. Cresswell, Director

The Center for Technology in Government works with government to develop information strategies that foster innovation and enhance the quality and coordination of public services.

The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government
Richard Nathan, Director

The Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government conducts studies and special projects to assist government and enhance the capacity of states and localities to meet critical challenges. Through its conferences, research, and publications, the Institute works with the best experts and top officials at all levels of government to forge creative solutions to public problems. The work of the Institute focuses on the role of state governments in the American federal system.