Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement
The Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (Department of Agriculture) focuses on building and maintaining relationships to enhance USDA's outreach and program impact.
Mission
The mission of the Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement (OPPE) is to develop and maintain partnerships aimed at addressing challenges facing rural and underserved communities. OPPE strives to connect these communities with the educational resources, tools, and opportunities provided by USDA programs, enhancing access to services, promoting equity, and fostering community development.[1]
Parent organization
The parent organization is the U.S. Department of Agriculture.[2]
Legislation authorizing creation
The Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement was established under the Department of Agriculture Reorganization Act of 1994, which aimed to reorganize and streamline USDA's operations.[1]
Number of employees
The specific number of employees in OPPE is not publicly detailed in the available sources.[1]
Last total enacted budget
The last total enacted budget for OPPE specifically isn't disclosed in the sources provided. The USDA's overall budget for fiscal year 2022 was $248.2 billion.[3]
Leader's title
The title of the leader of this organization is "Director."[1]
Services provided
OPPE provides services such as coordinating USDA's outreach efforts, managing programs like the 2501 Program for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, facilitating partnerships with various sectors, including education, non-profits, and private industry, to increase program participation. It also works on initiatives to support women in agriculture, veterans, and youth, aiming to enhance community engagement and resource access.[1]
Regulations overseen
OPPE does not directly oversee regulations but focuses on ensuring that USDA programs are accessible and beneficial to underserved communities. It helps in shaping policies and initiatives to improve outreach, equity, and participation in USDA programs, ensuring that regulatory frameworks are inclusive and support the needs of diverse rural and urban communities.[1]
Headquarters address
The headquarters address for the Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement is: 1400 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20250, USA[4]
Website
The website for the Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement is [6](https://www.usda.gov/partnerships).[1]
Wikipedia article title
There isn't a specific Wikipedia article titled for this office; however, you might find information under the broader "United States Department of Agriculture" article title.[5]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 U.S. Department of Agriculture. "Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement". [1]
- ↑ U.S. Department of Agriculture. "About USDA". [2]
- ↑ U.S. Department of Agriculture. "FY 2022 Budget Summary". [3]
- ↑ Google Maps. [4]
- ↑ Wikipedia. "United States Department of Agriculture". [5]