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Navigating the Changing Federal Data Landscape from a State and Local Perspective (11/17/25)

Please join Washington’s and Oregon’s State Data Center Networks for a webinar on November 17, 2025, 10:00-11:30 am, on “Navigating the Changing Federal Data Landscape from a State and Local Perspective.”

Data produced and shared by various federal agencies has undergone significant changes in recent months. These shifts will impact how public data is accessed, interpreted, and used for decision-making at the state and local levels. Staying informed and adaptable is essential for Oregon and Washington data users to effectively leverage these resources and ensure informed policy and operational decisions.

Click here to register and receive a meeting link

Join state and national data experts to explore:

  • Key updates and changes in federal data systems
  • How these changes affect data access and usage
  • Strategies to navigate and adapt to the evolving data landscape
  • Best practices for maximizing federal data in your local initiatives

Panelists:

  • Amy O’Hare, President, Association of Public Data Users (APDU)
  • Chris Dick, President, Demographic Analytics Advisors; Co-Founder, dataindex.us
  • Vishal Chaudhry, Chief Data Officer, Washington State Health Care Authority
  • Jennifer Appleyard, Director of Data Governance, Washington State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Moderator:

Beth Jarosz, Vice President, Association of Public Data Users (APDU)

Countering Anti-Immigrant Sentiment: What We Know From Research (11/17/25)

Join the Center for Migration Studies of New York (CMS) for its annual Academic & Policy Symposium, “Witness to Hope: Promoting Just & Humane Migration Policies”, on Monday, November 17, 2025.

With anti-immigrant rhetoric and policies on the rise in the US and globally, how can evidence-based research help us understand and counter these narratives? Join leading scholars for a discussion on understanding the dynamics of anti-immigrant sentiment, as well as strategies to change public opinion and advance more humane policy responses.

The symposium can be attended virtually or in person. Register for virtual or in person tickets for the symposium here.