Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation

?? TOMORROW ?? Don't miss this discussion with Professor Lorelei Kelly about advocacy in the Digital Age! Register today and see the full description of topics we'll cover: https://lnkd.in/ee_jU7Rb #Modernization #FederalAdvocacy #ArtificialIntelligence #Congress #CivicEngagement #AI #CongressionalReform #EffectiveAdvocacy #NewTechnology #TechForGood #Tech4Good #Comms4Good Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy, Make.org, Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation, House Digital Service, DemocracyNext

What is a theory of change (ToC)???? A ToC is a clearly articulated strategy of how an organization expects to bring about a desired change. In other words, it’s a theory of how and why an intervention works. They are essential for effective digital service teams. A strong ToC?has three elements: ??? A mapping of the current state, ?? An articulation of the desired end state, and? ?? A credible set of casual mechanisms to get from one to the other. In our first ToC essay, we breakdown these steps down so digital service teams can craft strong, effective ToCs. You'll learn: 1?? What a ToC is 2?? Why they are essential? 3?? How to craft one Read the essay and explore the series, featuring insights and reflections from digital government practitioners in the field ???https://lnkd.in/eutgZ6CU

Join us at the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation as a fellow focused on benefits data interoperability! https://lnkd.in/e--xJ4si ?? The ideal candidate is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of the U.S. public benefits landscape and the data, systems, and standards that are used or could be used in benefits eligibility, enrollment, and automated re-enrollment. ?? They will analyze existing research, data sets, policies, laws, and initiatives at federal and state levels to map the current landscape of public benefits data sharing and interoperability. ?? They will produce original research to identify challenges, opportunities, pros, and cons of different ways that existing data sets can be integrated, combined, or shared through utilizing privacy-protected technology, to deliver benefits programs more accurately, effectively, and efficiently. Apply by Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:00am EDT. Please share with your network! #data #socialservices #humanservices #civictech #govtech #privacy

The federal government’s approach to deploying AI systems is a defining force in shaping industry standards, academic research, and public perception of these technologies. Public sentiment toward AI remains mixed,?with many Americans expressing a?lack of trust?in AI systems.?To fully harness the benefits of AI, the public must have confidence that these systems are deployed responsibly and enhance their lives and livelihoods. The first Trump Administration’s AI policies clearly recognized the opportunity to promote AI adoption through transparency and public trust. President Trump’s?Executive Order 13859?explicitly stated that agencies must design, develop, acquire, and use “AI in a manner that fosters public trust and confidence while protecting privacy, civil rights, civil liberties, and American values.”?This commitment laid the foundation for increasing government accountability in AI use. To support continued transparency and accountability in government AI use, the Federation of American Scientists has written?a letter, co-signed by 16 additional scientific and technical organizations, urging OMB to maintain its detailed guidance?on AI inventories. We believe that sustained transparency is crucial to ensuring responsible AI governance, fostering public trust, and enabling industry innovation. “The federal government has immense power to shape industry standards, academic research, and public perception of artificial intelligence,” says?Daniel Correa, CEO of the Federation of American Scientists. “By continuing the work set forth by the first Trump administration in?Executive Order 13960??and continued by the bipartisan?2023 Advancing American AI Act, OMB’s detailed use cases help us understand the depth and scope of AI systems used for government services.” “FAS and our fellow organizations urge the administration to maintain these use case standards because these inventories provide a critical check on government AI use,” says Dr.?Jedidah Isler, Ph.D., Chief Science Officer at FAS. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/ezyvsBFi

The Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation is accepting applications for a Benefits Data Interoperability Innovation and Incubation (I+I) Fellow. I+I Fellows are leading experts who pilot new and emerging projects and initiatives, and are instrumental in driving the Center's mission to address complex societal challenges through innovative solutions. We are looking for someone that has experience and expertise in public benefits programs that will: ?? Lead and execute original research on data-sharing and interoperability within public benefits programs (e.g., SNAP, WIC, Medicaid/CHIP) ?? Leverage and expand existing state-level relationships, working directly with state agencies, policymakers, and nonprofit leaders to inform research and identify best practices ?? Represent the Beeck Center at conferences, roundtables, and stakeholder meetings on public benefits data and interoperability, as well engage with policymakers, practitioners, and research partners, providing subject matter expertise on data-sharing policies and challenges Learn more about the fellowship and how to apply:? ?? https://lnkd.in/d2TEhzSr Please submit your application by Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:00am EDT #CivicTech #ThoughtLeadership #DataInteroperability #PublicBenefits

The fourth annual Tech & Society at Georgetown University Week starts Monday! Tech & Society Week at Georgetown University is a weeklong, cross-campus event series exploring the evolving impact of digital technology on our world. The Tech & Society Initiative hosts the series as part of its mission to foster interdisciplinary collaboration at the intersection of technology, ethics, and governance. As part of the week, Georgetown Law’s Georgetown Law Institute for Technology Law & Policy will host five must-attend events on AI, digital platforms, copyright, and more: ?? The Rise of Consumer Protection Claims Against Digital Platforms (March 18) ?? Copyright v. AI in the European Union (March 18) ?? Global Perspectives on AI and the Law (March 19) ?? Artificial Intelligence and Environmental Compliance & Enforcement (March 20) ?? Georgetown Wikipedia Edit-a-thon (March 21) Join the conversation and explore the future of tech and policy! See the full Tech & Society Week lineup and RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3DFC3ek #GeorgetownLaw #TechAndSociety

?? Climate resilience requires equitable access to quality green jobs. ?? In our #CPI4Climate campaign, we’re excited to share this article by Elham Ali, MPH, PMP highlighting the strides being made in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The city and Ramsey County are accelerating access to climate-resilient careers through the TOPCities program, in collaboration with the Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation, Google.org, and Goodwill-Easter Seals. This program is connecting local job seekers—especially from BIPOC communities—to green careers, tackling barriers such as gender-based discrimination and limited upward mobility. ?? Dive into the article to learn how Saint Paul is transforming the future of work and climate resilience: https://hubs.ly/Q03bGYwD0 #GreenJobs #ClimateResilience #Equity #SaintPaul #ClimateAction #BIPOCInclusion #PublicSectorInnovation

For Women’s History Month, we are excited to host the 2nd Georgetown University Wikipedia Edit-a-thon in partnership with Wikimedia Foundation and Wikimedia District of Columbia! Join the Georgetown University community on Friday, March 21, 2025 from 2:00-4:00pm to help close the gender gap on Wikipedia. This program is part of Tech & Society at Georgetown University's Tech & Society Week 2025! Learn more ?? https://lnkd.in/eftwTs-9 Partnering Organizations: * Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation * Georgetown Gender Justice Initiative * Georgetown University Art Galleries * Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security * Georgetown University's Institute of Politics and Public Service * Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center * Lauinger Library, Georgetown University * Georgetown University Women's Center * Georgetown University Writing Program * Georgetown Women's Alliance (GWA) * GU Votes [Organization] * GU Women Coders (GUWeCode)? * Georgetown Law Institute for Technology Law & Policy * Intellectual Property and Information Policy Clinic, Georgetown Law * Massive Data Institute at the Georgetown University McCourt School of Public Policy * Mortara Center for International Studies * Office of Scholarly Publications?in the Office of the Provost * The Master's Program in Engaged & Public Humanities at Georgetown University * Women’s and Gender Studies Program

Join the Georgetown community for the 2nd Annual Georgetown University Wikipedia Edit-a-thon! ?? https://lnkd.in/eftwTs-9 Join us, along with the Massive Data Institute, Georgetown University Women's Center, Lauinger Library, Georgetown University, and other partners across the Georgetown community on Friday, March 21, 2025 from 2:00-4:00pm to help close the gender gap on Wikipedia.

Don’t miss this Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis event at 12:00 p.m. CT on April 9 to explore evidence on UI access! Hosted by Mary Hogan, MSW, LGSW, Amalea Jubara, Ayushi Narayan, Hue Nguyen, and Ryan Nunn. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gYr_8B2T Check out MPLS fed’s new research: https://lnkd.in/ewPykPDA ?? What are applicants’ experiences with the unemployment insurance (UI) system? ?? How are states innovating to better serve UI applicants while maintaining program integrity? ?? Where are the biggest opportunities and challenges related to UI access? Hear Beeck Center for Social Impact + Innovation, Digital Benefits Network's Jennifer Phillips and Julia Dale of Civilla, Andrew Stettner of The Century Foundation, Beth Townsend of Iowa Workforce Development respond to these questions. Check out CX for UI on Dig Gov Hub: https://lnkd.in/g9wgivmp ?based on June 2024 congressional testimony that Jennifer and Beth delivered.