We’ve compiled a list of 2024 trainings, symposia, summits, forums, expos, seminars, workshops, conventions and conferences to help grow your career — whether you work in federal, state or local government.
The Best Government Conferences of 2024
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Using AI to Reinforce Our Highest Values and Rebuild Trust in Government
The proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) offers new opportunities and increased efficiencies. But as AI takes an ever-more important role in our daily lives, we must ensure that it’s used ethically and without bias.
Is Your Team Losing Interest in DEI? 3 Ways DEI Leaders Tackle Diversity Fatigue Head on
Diversity fatigue takes place when the motivation for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, and employee participation in them, declines. With the right strategies, though, DEI leaders can affect change when momentum wanes.
Gender, Diversity, and the Cybersecurity Service
The Department of Homeland Security launched an effort last year to streamline its hiring of cybersecurity talent and bridge the gap between public and private sector cyber salaries. Where do things stand one year later? And why are Federal cybersecurity staff so predominantly white and male?
A Changing Workforce Makes DEIA a Priority at DHS
With one of the most diverse workforces in government, the Department of Homeland Security emphasizes recruitment and retention.
DEI Concepts: The Pile On Principle
Have you ever had one of those days where a bunch of little things got to you? What if that happened to you every day?
What Is Equitable Listening and What Does it Mean for Democracy 2.0?
Equitable listening is the backbone of leadership, from agency front lines to the C-suite. Seeking to understand the needs of those we serve is paramount.
Allyship at Work: What Is It and How Does It Happen?
In the context of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE& I), an ally is an agent of change inside and outside of their work office.
How to Launch Affinity Groups at Your Agency
Affinity groups offer opportunities for employees to connect on a meaningful level beyond the traditional and/or organizational structure.
4 Ways Data Can Advance Your Government’s Grant
To meet reporting guidelines and overcome the challenges above, leaders should leverage data — both from their own operations and from third-party sources.