A new look for the Partnership for Public Service As we prepare to celebrate the Partnership’s 20th anniversary, we are excited to announce the launch of a new logo, mission and tagline that will enable us to accelerate and deepen our impact. Read More
Why do federal employees choose public service? This Public Service Service Recognition Week, we asked federal employees to share why they chose public service. Some found motivation in their family histories, others had formative educational experiences and others still made later career transitions. Read More
Federal employees share why public service is important to them During last year’s Public Service Recognition Week, we asked federal employees to tell us their stories about working in government. These employees shared why they find their public service important and what motivates them to give back. Read More
Impressions from 15 years in public service James-Christian Blockwood, the Partnership’s executive vice president, previously served 15 years in four federal agencies. He shares his thoughts on government service and its unique power and position to positively impact communities and people. Read More
Capitol Hill staff members serve our country and need our support Following the tragic siege of the Capitol, the Partnership’s Vice President of Government Affairs Kristine Simmons reflects on her experience working at the White House on September 11, 2001. Read More
A time to heal and embark on a peaceful, effective transfer of presidential power Partnership President and CEO Max Stier shares his reflections on an effective transfer of power in the aftershocks of the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Read More
Why I am supporting the Partnership with a $1.5 million donation Craig Newmark, commonly known for founding the online classified ads service Craigslist, writes about his decision to support the Partnership and his commitment to ensuring our government has the resources it needs to tackle today’s challenges. Read More
Tell your representative to protect our merit-based civil service The president recently signed an executive order that undermines competitive civil service requirements and could replace tens, if not hundreds, of thousands of career civil servants with officials who essentially act as political appointees. Send a letter through the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association to tell Congress to protect our merit-based civil service by opposing this order in their next funding bill. Read More
Honoring Ronnie F. Heyman: Co-Founder of the Partnership for Public Service In October, the New York Landmarks Conservancy recognized Ronnie F. Heyman, co-founder of the Partnership, at the 2020 Living Landmarks Celebration. In honor of this recognition, we take a closer look at Mrs. Heyman’s work with the Partnership. Read More
Military veterans possess five unique attributes. A former Navy service member breaks them down. In honor of Veterans Day, we share five attributes that make our nation’s veterans impactful leaders and exceptional public servants. These values make it all but certain that military service members help inspire teamwork, public service and a passion for the greater good in the professional workplace and beyond. Read More
