Our Events
We convene the talent and know-how of government and civic tech to shape the services that support people every day.
Civic Tech Live
Join us for our Civic Tech Live event series with former U.S. Chief Data Scientist Dr. DJ Patil, alongside the Director of MDI Lisa Singh
FormFest 2025
Mark your calendar for the ultimate deep dive into government’s favorite tool: forms!
FormFest is a free virtual event that showcases governments working to make services accessible to everyone through forms.
Whether you’re a government decision-maker, a designer, a civic tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of government service delivery, you’ll find your people at FormFest.
Learn more on our website.
Digital Doorways to Public Benefits: Research Webinar
Join the Digital Benefits Network at the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation at Georgetown University on September 15th to get an in-depth read-out on our new research project, “Digital Doorways to Public Benefits: Beneficiary Experiences with Digital Identity.” Conducted in partnership with Public Policy Lab, this research project amplifies the lived experiences of beneficiaries and provides new insights into people’s experiences with digital identity processes and technology in public benefits. During the hour-long webinar, you will hear directly from the research team about our process, what we learned, and the recommendations we’re making to support state agencies. After the presentation portion, you will have the option to join informal breakout rooms to ask questions and share ideas for future research.
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Bridging the Gap: Using Data and AI to Advance Economic Mobility
Local decision makers, including city and county leaders, have a critical role to play in creating pathways to economic mobility—but too often, the data and systems that could help identify and support residents in need are fragmented or underutilized.
This 90-minute virtual summit will explore how local governments can use data and AI together to improve economic outcomes in their communities by surfacing gaps, targeting services more effectively, and ensuring residents can access the tools and programs that move them toward financial stability and long-term economic security.
From predictive analytics to AI-powered service delivery, this event will show how local leaders are modernizing their approach to economic mobility using technology that’s smart, ethical, and community-centered.
Summit Agenda:
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Keynote: Data + AI for Opportunity – Getting Beyond the Buzzwords
Q&A with Lynn Overmann, Executive Director of the Beeck Center
Panel Discussion: From Fragmented Data to Actionable Insight.
Spotlight Session: Tools, Platforms & Resources for Implementation
Closing
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Behind the Curtain: A Digital Delivery Story Slam for Former Federal Employees
Digital Service Network (DSN) is hosting ‘Behind the Curtain: A Digital Delivery Story Slam’ – a virtual Moth-style story slam designed to celebrate their experiences and the often-unseen heart behind public service. ❤️
Let’s celebrate the great work that’s been done thus far and the humans who made it possible! This event will draw back the curtain on the essential human work that makes digital service truly service. We want to hear the tales of dedication, skill, and the moments that made you proud.
If you are a former federal employee who worked in a digital delivery role and were fired, placed on administrative leave, or otherwise dismissed since January 2025, we invite you to join us to share your story or simply listen and connect with others. Share this with all the former federal employees in your network who deserve to have their voices amplified and their contributions celebrated!
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Building Inclusive Climate Resilience with Human-Centered Design in Government
📅 Date and Time
Wednesday, Mar 12, 2025 | 2:00pm – 3:30pm ET | Zoom
🎤 Title
Building Inclusive Climate Resilience with Human-Centered Design in Government
Led by Elham Ali
🎙️ Speakers
Elham Ali. Researcher at Beeck Center for Social Impact and Innovation, Georgetown University.
Liz Boyer. Climate Action Coordinator at the City of Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Jorge Valens. Innovation Manager at the Miami-Dade County IT, Florida.
📢 Workshop Description
Climate resilience work in local government is complex—it requires meaningful community engagement, inclusive decision-making, and access to the right tech, data, and resources. But what enables municipalities to do this work well? And what stands in the way, especially given shifting federal policies?
This workshop explores the intersection of Human-Centered Design (HCD), climate resilience, and civic tech—not just how local governments apply HCD principles to climate action, but also what supports or hinders their efforts in developing tech-enabled climate solutions.
What to expect:
🏛️ A moderated Q&A discussion with local government staff, sharing real-world insights on the opportunities and barriers to effective climate tech resilience efforts.
🤝 Strategies for engaging communities and co-designing climate tech-enabled solutions that reflect their needs.
💻 A look at the challenges and nuances of implementing tech-enabled climate resilience initiatives, from data collection to enabling community-led actions.
📊 How to develop and use climate data tools with resources from local, state, and federal governments to support informed decision-making.
If you’re working in or alongside local government and want to understand what drives tech-enabled, community-centered climate action, join us for this timely discussion!
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About Elham Ali:
Elham Ali, MPH, PMP (she/ella) is an equity-centered design researcher and impact evaluator with over a decade of experience in civic tech and public health. At The Opportunity Project for Cities with the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation, she has trained U.S. city and county governments in human-centered design for climate resilience and housing security. Previously, as Lead HCD Advisor at the Pima County Health Department, she led efforts for the $4M Advancing Health Literacy program to improve equitable COVID-19 vaccine access. Elham is currently pursuing her doctorate at Johns Hopkins University, researching the role of local governments in delivering equitable, nature-based climate solutions.