The Freedom of Information Act is essential to government transparency and accountability. Its next challenge is adapting to requests for new media.
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Using AI to Reinforce Our Highest Values and Rebuild Trust in Government
The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) offers new opportunities and increased efficiencies. But as AI takes an ever-more important role in our daily lives, we must ensure that it’s used ethically and without bias.
Governments Find Strength in Numbers
Cybersecurity has become an issue that requires collaboration throughout government systems. Here are some examples of agencies doing just that.
The Best Government Conferences for the Second Half of 2023
Trainings, summits, workshops, conventions and conferences — if you work in federal, state or local governments, you’ll discover events worth checking out.
Defining Open Data
Agencies are using open data to advance health equity and reduce opioid overdoses. Here are some tips for using open data in your community.
How HUD’s Customer-focused Mindset Shapes Its Mission-focused Strategy
To address the affordable housing crisis, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is employing new strategies to help both troubled consumers and the HUD staff who assist them.
Five Ways to Make Your Forms Accessible to Everyone
It’s essential for governments to do everything they can to make their forms as accessible as possible, as they are critical gateways to public services.
Taking Care of You: Professional Self-Care Tips for Government Employees
Self-care strategies can help you have more positive work experiences and reduce burnout. Check out these tips for feeling better every day.
Great Smoky Mountains Host Citizen Observers
Citizen science uses the power of people to capture data points that would be hard to find otherwise. At Great Smoky Mountains National Park, visitors help fill in the census of species.
Los Angeles Hears From Homeless Residents…by Cellphone Survey
In Los Angeles, real-time data means homeless Angelenos can weigh in on policies that affect them.