New Mexico First is a public policy organization that engages people in important issues facing their state or community. Established in 1986, we offer unique town halls and forums that create recommendations for policymakers and the public. New Mexico First also produces nonpartisan policy reports on critical issues, such as water, education, healthcare, the economy, and energy. Our research and facilitation services are available to public and private entities. Contact us to learn more.

SPOTLIGHTS

1

June 5-6, 2012
Albuquerque, NM
Water quality and forest fires are a recurring theme in New Mexico. Town Hall participants will explore the impact of the largest wildfire in New Mexico’s history and develop recommendations for prevention.

2

May 17-18, 2012
Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico First facilitation skills training provides a well-defined, step-by-step approach to help people learn to run productive meetings.

3

2012 Edition
A snapshot of New Mexico’s status in: education, economy, energy, and health
The progress report was designed to broaden understanding about issues facing New Mexico. It reveals a vision for the future, challenges, measures of progress, and potential solutions. It focuses on education, economy, health and energy issues.

4

March 22-23, 2012
Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico First held our Centennial Town Hall on March 22nd and 23rd! We identified New Mexico’s greatest strengths and weaknesses, and developed a platform of recommendations for addressing the opportunities that will impact our future.

5

February, March, April 2012
Forums were held statewide
Community members, local healthcare providers, hospital administrators, and public health officials came together to share their thoughts about community-based initiatives that can improve the health of community members.

6

Feb 16-17, 2012
Silver City
The Gila River Basin Town Hall helped communities understand and offer feedback on options associated with the Arizona Water Settlement Act of 2004. The AWSA potentially allows New Mexico to access more water from the Gila system than it currently takes.

KEY FACTS
How do our town
halls work?

In New Mexico First town halls, the focus is on you, the participants - what you think, what you've experienced, what you need. You are the experts here.

How do we make a
difference?

Our town halls produce concrete, doable recommendations for changes in public policy. From education to economic growth to water policy, implemented reforms have made a real difference in our New Mexico.

What can we do for
you?

Communities, organizations, and businesses around the state call on New Mexico First when they need to incorporate citizen, member, or employee input into their planning.

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