The Trump administration’s recent attempt to freeze federal funding has sparked renewed debate about government efficiency and program effectiveness. While the freeze was quickly reversed following public outcry, it highlights a fundamental tension: how to balance fiscal responsibility with essential support for vulnerable populations. There’s a proven approach that could satisfy both imperatives: place-based programming.
Author: Adanna Chukwuma
Dr. Adanna Chukwuma is a physician and development strategist with over 15 years of leadership experience across the public and private sectors. She holds master’s and doctorate degrees from the Universities of Oxford and Harvard. Dr. Chukwuma is an Aspen Fellow and a Public Voices Fellow of The OpEd Project and Equality Now. She is a recipient of the Nigerian President’s Community Service Award and the Future Awards Africa Prize for Public Policy.