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Resilient leaders.
Stalwart governance. Thriving communities.

Our Mission

We build resilient and effective local government leaders who deliver governance excellence and strengthen communities for current and future generations.

Our Values

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    Connection

    We believe no leader should carry the responsibility of public leadership alone.

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    Stewardship

    We believe today’s leaders are responsible for sustaining the profession, institutions, and communities entrusted to their care.

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    Impact

    We believe stronger leaders deliver governance excellence and build stronger communities.

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2026 MPA STUDENT
ELECTION WORKERS 

Local elections depend on people willing to step up and serve.

 

This November, Wade Against…, with support from Double Haul Solutions, wants to encourage the next generation of local government professionals to experience that work firsthand. If you are a current Michigan MPA student, or a recent graduate, who works the November election in support of a municipal clerk, Wade Against… will buy you pizza as a small thank-you for giving your time to public service. Double Haul Solutions has committed to funding at least the first $500 of the program.

 

Working an election is an opportunity to see one of local government’s most important responsibilities up close, gain practical experience, support your community, and better understand the work of municipal clerks.

HOW IT WORKS

Work the election. Participate in local government.
Serve your community. Pizza’s on us.​​

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  • Eligibility: Current or recently graduated Michigan MPA students  are encouraged to participate, particularly those with an interest in local government.

  • Registration: Sign up to work the November election through a Michigan municipal clerk’s office, then complete the form linked below to register with Wade Against….

  • Timeline: After the election, we’ll follow up with registered participants regarding the pizza reimbursement or fulfillment process.

    Note: Already planning to work the election? Even better. Register and let us buy the pizza.

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