ON-DEMAND WEBINAR SERIES

The State of Data Access

Building data resilience starts with community

Access to reliable data is essential for making informed decisions. This two-part webinar series brings together national data experts to explore how communities are navigating data access, building resilience, and shaping stronger systems for the future. 

 

 

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Gain insights, use cases, and next steps for building more resilient data systems

Watch both sessions on-demand to learn what's changing, what's at stake, and how to take action in your own community. 

 

You'll get:

  • An overview of the current state of public data access
  • Strategies to access & protect essential datasets
  • Ideas for strengthening governance, partnerships, and long-term resilience

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Meet the Speakers

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Denice Ross

Former U.S. Chief Data Scientist

Denice Ross
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Richard Coffin

Chief of Research & Advocacy, USAFacts

Richard Coffin
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Christine Baker-Smith

Director of Research, NLC

Christine Baker-Smith
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Stephen Hardy

CEO, mySidewalk

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Kate Burns

Director of State and Local Innovation, FAS

Discover Essential Data in Action

Learn which datasets spark real progress in communities using mySidewalk nationwide. 

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America's Essential Data

Launched by a coalition of data experts, public policy advocates, and civic organizations, America's Essential Data focuses on vital federal datasets that are critical to support informed decisions.

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