May 2026 Events

Current Events:

• 14

  May
  • The Nation's Nest Egg: Strengthening Social Security's Finances for the Long Term

    May 14, 2026 - (05:00 PM - 07:00 PM)

    The Nation's Nest Egg: Strengthening Social Security's Finances for the Long Term
    Co-hosted by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
    1275 First Street NE, Suite 1200, Washington, DC 20002
    

Looking Forward:

• 27

  May
  • May Candid Conversation

    May 27, 2026 - (12:30 PM - 01:15 PM)

    Register here, https://appam-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/QrTggMoBQpGoZcKxX9Dfwg#/
    
• 3

  Jun
  • From Analysis to Audience: Communicating Independent Public Policy Research in a Decentralized Media

    Jun 03, 2026 - (01:00 PM - 02:00 PM)

    Researchers and public agencies increasingly operate in a decentralized and polarized media environment where traditional reports compete with social media, press cycles, and community-based engagement for attention.
    
• 8

  Jun
  • Workforce Analytics in Policy Development: Strengthening Workforce Governance

    Jun 08, 2026 - (03:00 PM - 04:00 PM)

    As workforce dynamics evolve, so too must public policy. In this session, we will explore how data-driven insights can inform policy development and drive more effective decision-making in areas like labor laws, employment standards, and workforce development programs. Participants will gain an understanding of how workforce analytics can be used to improve governance, craft informed policies, and create sustainable workforce strategies.
    
• 15

  Jun
  • Policy on the Rocks: Save the Date

    Jun 15, 2026 - (05:00 PM - 07:00 PM)

    Co-hosted by Indiana University, O'Neill School
    1619 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20002
    
• 14

  Jul
  • Policy on the Rocks: Save the Date

    Jul 14, 2026 - (05:00 PM - 07:00 PM)

    Co-hosted by Westat
    7501 Wisconsin Ave, Bethesda, MD, 20814
    
• 18

  Aug
  • Policy on the Rocks: Save the Date

    Aug 18, 2026 - (05:00 PM - 07:00 PM)

    Co-hosted by Arnold Ventures
    1201 New York Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20005
    
• 14

  Sep
  • Policy on the Rocks: Save the Date

    Sep 14, 2026 - (05:00 PM - 07:00 PM)

    Co-hosted by Northeastern University, Arlington
    1300 17th St N, Arlington, VA 22209
    
• 21

  Oct
  • Building Early Childhood Policy: A National Effort

    Oct 21, 2026 - (01:00 PM - 02:00 PM)

    The Early Childhood Policy in Institutions of Higher Education (ECPIHE) initiative is a national project that has been working over the last seven years to instantiate a new field of study, Early Childhood Policy (ECP), as an answer to a long-standing call for pathways to prepare leaders for a career in early childhood policy.
    

Past Events:

• 29

  Apr
  • April Candid Conversation

    Apr 29, 2026 - (12:30 PM - 01:15 PM)

    Register here, https://appam-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/QrTggMoBQpGoZcKxX9Dfwg#/
    
• 11

  May
  • Better Data Visualization in Excel

    May 11, 2026 - (01:00 PM - 02:00 PM)

    Everyone working with data needs to communicate their findings, analyses, and conclusions effectively, whether through internal briefings, management reports, annual reviews, or scientific articles. Despite the growing range of tools for data analysis and visualization, Excel remains a leading choice, relied on daily by millions worldwide. This webinar will introduce core strategies for expanding Excel’s capabilities to create clearer, more impactful visualizations.