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Are you registered yet? 👀 Join us + next Wed, 5/17 for a #CivicTech FailFest! Whether you're attending #CfASummit or just local to DC, come hear (+ maybe share?) stories of failure, celebrate + learn 🎉 Space is limited, secure your spot now!
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Big thanks to Jordan Miller for an amazing convo on Web3, Blockchain, and the Future of Governance, and for sharing 's work in the digital currency space! What a great way to conclude the Civic Tech Conversations this semester! Shout out to for co-hosting!
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Are you attending the @CfASummit 2023 or local to the DC area? Join us Wed, 5/17 @ 7PM for another #CivicTech #FailFest! Come hear live stories of failure, celebrate + learn! Maybe even share your own story 🎤 Space is limited - register now!
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CODE PA is hiring. The + 's is hosting an info session tomorrow:
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Today is one of those days in #civictech when we celebrate.
Pennsylvania announced the creation of a new digital service team with a mandate to build user-centered services.
is so proud to support this team!
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Today, I’m creating our very own tech startup: CODE PA.
The Commonwealth Office of Digital Experience will be a full-time team of UX designers, engineers, and product managers who will improve our online government services right here in Pennsylvania.
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Thanks for the great piece, ! Read about our team's latest research on digital identity verification below ⬇️
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In 9 states, you have to pass identity verification checks before you can apply for unemployment online, according to new @BeeckCenter research.
That's potentially leaving eligible individuals who can't clear identity systems without many options.
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Don't miss this crucial discussion led by own very own on Wednesday, April 19! RSVP below!
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Excited that the discussion will include special guests D.C. Councilmember @charlesallen, WAMU's @amanduhgomez, D.C. Council policy advisor Blaine Stum, @FedCityCouncil's @L_MillerBrooks, Republic Cantina's Chris Sveltik, & @DiverseCityFund-supported organizer Perry Redd. twitter.com/USForg/status/…
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Panelists include members of ’s OUIM team, a senior official from , & co-convenors of ’s UI Tech Coordinating Coalition.
Register below. ⤵️
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Join our conversation on 4/13/23 @12 PM ET to explore the latest advancements in unemployment insurance (UI) modernization through the #ARPA $2B allocation & how @USDOL’s new Office of UI Modernization (OUIM) is spearheading changes in the space. RSVP 
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Complicated and confusing processes mean many people experiencing poverty are missing out on the safety net benefits they’re eligible to receive.
That’s why we’re supporting the ’s important work to improve access to benefits.
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Great discussion with Braden on Public Policy Perspectives of Big (& not so big) Tech Companies! We explored how collaborates with civic society, researchers & legislators to tackle issues like child mental health & social media. Thanks to for co-hosting!
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ICYMI: Applications are due soon for our Student Analyst program! Learn more and apply for our Summer 2023 cohort by April 2 at 11:59 pm EST ⬇️
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“It’s not just asking the right questions, but *listening* to people.”
“This is all interconnected. Nothing exists in a void.”
- at this amazing + event #TechGeorgetown
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TODAY at 10 am! Don't miss it!
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Join us TOMORROW for an expert panel of women in research, government & civil society share 
behind the scenes intel about how #data affects #equity & #representation in gov't systems.
Hosted by @BeeckCenter & @MassiveData_GU
as part of #Tech+Society week on campus!
behind the scenes intel about how #data affects #equity & #representation in gov't systems.
Hosted by @BeeckCenter & @MassiveData_GU
as part of #Tech+Society week on campus!
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And on Wednesday at 10 am check out “Behind the Scenes: Understanding Equity and Representation in Government Data”--a discussion on how to responsibly use data-driven decision making.
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Be sure not to miss Fail Fest 2023 tomorrow at 5:30 pm! Students will learn how to "fail forward" and hear from experts working at the intersection of tech and society.
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Happy Tech & Society Week! We're excited to kick off a full week of events across the entire Georgetown campus that bring a thoughtful cross-section of perspectives on a variety of issues at the nexus of technology and society. #TechGeorgetown
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NGA, in partnership with and , is working with states in a new learning ecosystem to help Governors’ offices and other state officials better understand their state longitudinal data systems. Learn more:
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It's not too late to sign up!
USDR is seeking to interview folks from smaller communities who have been charged with finding and reporting on federal grants.
We know there are barriers, but we're hoping to learn more to help find solutions.
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI
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Applications are now open for our undergraduate and graduate Student Analyst program for Summer 2023! Learn more and apply by April 2 at 11:59 pm EST ⬇️
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Check out is a great opportunity for public interest technologists looking to improve justice in America!
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He comes to us as the founder of and , where we recently launched , a new UK foster agency to help grow the amount of people becoming foster carers.
Welcome, ! We're thrilled to have you!
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As a fellow overseeing the Intergovernmental Software Collaborative, he leads our work researching and promoting the practice of sharing software across governments to improve the administration and delivery of high-priority services.
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SAVE THE DATE 🗓️We’re excited to host “Behind the Scenes: Understanding Equity and Representation in Government Data” w/ during 's Tech & Society Week! Panel features our own Milda Aksamitauskas and .
RSVP now:
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Technology Demonstrations, Pilots, and Rollouts — Federal agencies are currently testing and deploying new digital identity technologies, including facial recognition and mobile driver’s licenses (mDLs) in various contexts. 7/7
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Addressing Identity Theft and Combating Fraud — There are multiple federal level initiatives underway to prevent identity theft & support victims, modernize systems & include digital identity in a national cybersecurity strategy. 6/7
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Legislative Action — Recent Congressional efforts have addressed digital identity, including proposals for a more comprehensive national digital identity strategy and proposed bans on facial recognition and biometric identification. 5/7
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Shared Digital Infrastructure — , a project housed at the , offers a federal shared digital infrastructure for authentication and identity proofing. 4/7
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Digital Identity Standards — sets the digital identity guidelines for authentication and identity proofing, for federal systems; a draft revision of the guidelines includes an increased focus on equity and usability. 3/7
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The US needs a national digital identity strategy, backed by standards that consider equity, accessibility, privacy, data protection, potential harms & disparate impacts, evolving security threats & future technologies. In the guide we cover current efforts across agencies: 2/7
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Have you been following the headlines on digital identity for government digital services? The has a new comprehensive guide to the actions across the U.S. federal government to help you make sense of how they fit together. 1/7
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On the Priorities Podcast, Lynn Overmann, the new director of the Beeck Center, says the civic-tech think tank is working to emphasize the delivery of services and move beyond evangelizing digital government @BeeckCenter @LynnOvermann scoopmedia.co/3Jw6OBf
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Shout out to our amazing contributing programs and the Ethics Lab for their incredible work.
T&S is a constellation of work that is already in motion—it is in the 3rd spaces where we reach new heights.
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4/ Events will occur both on the main campus + at the Capitol campus. Most IRL, some on Zoom. Formats vary, and range from panels, to workshops, to social events. You can find all events + details here. #TechGeorgetown
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We are thrilled to host the 2nd annual Tech & Society Week at !
Whether you’re deeply immersed in issues related to the relationship between tech and society, or just curious—there are events for you. #TechGeorgetown #TechPolicy #CivicTech
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Check out today's newsletter:
➡️Meet from !
➡️ is the new ED!
➡️Theory of change work in !
➡️Formality effect research from !
➡️ climate change work!
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Lynn Overmann, a veteran of the Biden and Obama administrations, is the new head of Georgetown University's Beeck Center for Social Impact scoopmedia.co/3JG1tbL
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This critical work with local governments and community organizations is made possible by + , and partners at + ! (6/6)
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