Postsecondary planning in D.C. plays a crucial role in helping students develop a clear path for their careers and education after high school. There is no widely agreed-on definition for postsecondary planning, but it generally includes a wide set of practices and strategies aimed at preparing students for successful college and/or career…

On March 10, 2025, Executive Director Yesim Sayin was quoted by WUSA9: Executive Director of the D.C. Policy Center, Yesim Sayin, said the cuts would not even save the federal government money — most of DC’s budget comes from local funding sources. WUSA9 spoke to Yesim Sayin, the Executive Director of the…

On March 14, 2025, Executive Director Yesim Sayin was quoted in The New Republic: How the federal government “reduces its footprint in D.C.” will have repercussions for the local economy, said Yesim Sayin, executive director of the D.C. Policy Center. “If it happens gradually and with a well-designed plan, with a pitch…