Aspen Policy Academy

#INTERNSHIP: We have 2 open internship positions available for students–a Communications Intern and a Social Media Intern! Learn more and apply with the links below. Come join an awesome team while getting experience at the intersection of communications, social media, policy, and nonprofit operations. ??? Communications Intern: This individual will help with content development and outreach. Responsibilities may include drafting weekly policy newsletters and news posts, developing case studies and quarterly mini-reports for funders, creating promotional content, and more. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gq45NjCw ????? Social Media Intern: This individual will assist with Academy social content development and outreach. Responsibilities may include developing creative campaigns to highlight programs and accomplishments, capturing and editing content during our June in-person Science & Technology Policy Fellowship, tracking social media metrics, and more. Learn more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gqiJNMtu ?? Both positions are remote, but we will give preference to San Francisco and Bay Area based applicants. The compensation for each role is $20 an hour. Priority will be given to applicants who submit by March 30th at 11:59pm PST.?

??? “Creating affordable housing requires straightforward rules, not more red tape.” ???? Read why Fellowship alum Saad Asad believes that a San Diego program that encourages residents to build ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units) will help ease the housing shortage. ? ??? As Saad explains, San Diego approved only 3 moderate-income homes from 2013-2020 despite a target of 15,462. This ADU program has already created 115 moderate-income units in just three years. ??? Read the full article from The San Diego Union-Tribune here: https://lnkd.in/gVFfqMbs

?? Check out our Fellowship alum Mikeal Vaughn's recent op-ed in The Black Wall Street Times. Read why Mikeal believes that Tulsa’s tech future depends on inclusive Computer Science education here: https://lnkd.in/eq9-BUjZ

Are you looking to transition into the trust and safety, technology policy, and AI governance ecosystem? I am hosting a virtual conversation on pathways into these roles on Wednesday, March 12 at 5-6 PM ET. You can register for this discussion via this Google Form link: https://lnkd.in/eKvu9Sz8

??? Join our upcoming Scoping a Policy Problem webinar next Wednesday, March 12, at 12pm PT / 3pm ET! This training session will cover the basics of defining a policy problem and will teach you how to narrow a broad issue into a specific achievable goal. ?? This session is highly interactive, so don't miss this opportunity to receive live feedback from Academy staff and guest experts. ?? Register here: https://lnkd.in/gMy69qhd

Great article from Adam Bender. With Trump back in office, states have been rushing to protect reproductive health data—but their laws just aren’t keeping pace with our evolving surveillance apparatus. Shield laws don’t stop geofence warrants, fusion centers, or federal pressure to hand over data. Without stronger enforcement and oversight, these gaps leave people vulnerable. I shared insights on why states must go further. Check it out! #TechPolicy #ReproductiveRights #DataPrivacy #ResponsibleTechnology

??? #Opportunity for any nonprofit and government teams: the AI Workflow Accelerator from Gooey AI, supported by The Rockefeller Foundation, is helping six mission-driven teams build AI tools that make their expertise more accessible—at no cost. ?? This program focuses on AI-powered workflows (like chatbots) to help frontline workers and beneficiaries get the right knowledge at the right time in the languages and platforms they already use. If selected, you'll get tailored support, collaborate with peers, and contribute to open-source solutions. ? If you’re interested in being one of the 6 teams selected, apply here by March 14, 2025 at 11:59pm PT: https://lnkd.in/gPzVi9qd

?? This year, we made it a goal to significantly expand our public webinar offerings so that anyone, anywhere, could receive our policy training. Our March and April webinars are open for sign-ups! ??? Join our upcoming How to Tell Governments What You Think Webinar this Monday, March 10: https://lnkd.in/gTDK-3Fx ??? Check out our full webinar offerings here: https://lnkd.in/g6QhsFUi

??? Everyone’s voice belongs in policy. We believe that the skills needed to impact government are readily learned and practiced. ?? Join our webinar to learn how to tell governments what you think. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gTDK-3Fx

I'm happy to announce that I'm getting engaged... Civically engaged that is! ???? Excited to share that the Aspen Policy Academy is hosting a FREE webinar on 'How to Tell Governments What You Think' on March 10th at 12pm PT/3pm ET. As someone passionate about civic participation, I'm proud to highlight this amazing nonpartisan organization dedicated to bringing new voices into policy conversations. Their training programs equip everyday leaders (like you ????) with practical skills for influencing policy, from writing effective letters to having productive meetings with representatives. Interested in amplifying your voice in policy decisions? Join me by registering at: https://lnkd.in/ggtGMfeu #CivicEngagement #PublicPolicy #AspenPolicyAcademy #Leadership #Community