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Fostering Citizen Engagement Through Text Messaging Campaigns
Looking for a better way to engage with the population? Try text messaging campaigns to foster better citizen engagement.
Beyond Politics: Advocacy Groups Call for Reforms Within the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
A host of advocacy groups and whistleblowers have signed a solidarity letter to support the bill HR 1557-Federal Employee Anti-discrimination Act. Congressman Elijah Cummings introduced HR 1557 on March 24, 2015. The bill, which amends the Notification and Federal Employee Anti-discrimination and Retaliation (No FEAR) Act of 2002, strengthens Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) protectionsRead… Read more »
Bridging the Private-Public Sector Divide
As resources diminish and cyberthreats escalate, it’s more important than ever that government adopt risk-based tactics to maximize security. DHS is assisting in that effort with best practices and private-sector collaboration.
4 Steps for Talking to Men about Women in Gov
In a previous post, we discussed the importance of including men in conversations about women’s advancement in government. But let’s face it. That’s easier said than done. Talking to men about women’s issues can be uncomfortable. You might meet ambivalence, resistance, or even outright disdain. Alternatively, you might just have no idea how to relateRead… Read more »
11 Ways to Handle Lower Digital Literacy
Find out 11 ways to approach co-workers in your office who lack or have weak digital literacy skills.
What Gov Experts are Saying About FedRAMP, Privacy and Cyber
We sat down with experts from HHS and FedRAMP to discuss how the cloud security program has evolved, government’s privacy concerns and security challenges.
3 Things You Need to Know About Open Data in Law Enforcement
Open data has the ability to revolutionize the law enforcement community but agencies must first learn how to effectively collect, store and disseminate data. Learn what practitioners across government are doing to address the challenges of opening up data for the law enforcement community.
How to “Mind the Gap”
How do you get policymakers to listen to academics and scientists when making policy decisions? Much like the London subway system – there’s a need to “mind the gap!”
Workplace Transitions: Lessons from Veterans
Thinking about making a workplace transition but feeling uncertain about the process? Check out what these vets have to say about their transition from military to civilian life and learn some tips to making your own transition seamless.