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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 13h

New month, new opportunities to sharpen your policy skills! Don’t miss our free, virtual October trainings: 📝 Policy 101 | Tomorrow, October 7, 11am–12pm PT If you’re new to policy or looking for a refresher on key concepts, join our cornerstone training on achieving policy impact.

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Craig Newmark @craignewmark.bsky.social · 17h

Join Aspen Digital in DC on November 18 to hear from leading voices in cybersecurity. Don't miss your chance to be part of some of the most consequential cybersecurity discussions of our time. Get your ticket ➡️ www.aspencybersummit.org

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Aspen Cyber Summit

The Aspen Cyber Summit is the nation’s premier annual technology and cybersecurity policy gathering.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Join us in DC on Nov. 10 for our free Demo Day event. The convening will include: 🎤 The debut of 5 new policy projects from our 2026 Science & Technology Policy Fellows and alumni; 🤝 The 10th anniversary relaunch of the Aspen Institute’s Better Arguments Project; and 🥂 A networking happy hour!

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🚨 Scammers are using new technology like AI tools to reach more people than ever before. But this Cybersecurity Awareness Month, we’re fighting back!

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🎙️ “In a time when it can be difficult to feel a sense of agency, the Fellowship has left me feeling hopeful, empowered, and inspired,” said alum Alice Tan. Since we launched our Fellowship in 2019, 120 startup founders, professors, and other leaders have gone through our intensive bootcamp model.

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Craig Newmark @craignewmark.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Take a stand on the National Day of Action Against AI & Tech-Enabled Scams (Sept. 30)! Then join @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social for a Scam Fighters Workshop to protect your community from fraud: unitedtostoponlinescams.org

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United to Stop Online Scams

National Day of Action campaign page for United to Stop Online Scams.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

🔐 Last week at Global Anti-Scam Alliance’s Summit in SF, Academy Director Betsy Cooper led a conversation between mobile network leaders Eugene Liderman of Google, Jeff Halton of Verizon, Zeeshan Ali of AT&T, and Jonathan Carpenter of WhatsApp on cross-platform scams and the future of scam defense.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

📣 Every elected official was once a community member with a policy idea. Have you ever thought about running for office? Join our new, free Running For Office webinar on Wednesday, October 28, 9 – 10am PT/12 – 1pm ET to learn more and maybe even jumpstart your own campaign.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

⚡ Academy alumni and Enabled Emissions Campaign cofounders Holly Alpine and Will Alpine recently published peer-reviewed research finding that AI use in fossil fuel production is driving a net increase in global CO2 emissions.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

🌀 We are thrilled to share alum Dr. Rebecca Peters’ latest publication in Global Environmental Change on water security governance.

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Take9 @pausetake9.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

🔄 Hit "refresh" on your family’s tech habits this school year. Take a few minutes this week to set clear guidelines with your kids around clicking links, downloading new apps, and keeping personal info private.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

⭐ We’re thrilled to share Science and Technology Policy Fellow and UX design leader Venita Subramanian’s recent publication in @techpolicypress.bsky.social on strengthening safeguards for AI companionship chatbots.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

🎙️ “The Academy supported my transition into government by helping me build credibility and a network in the intersection of government and technology innovation in the age of AI adoption before, during, and after my time at the State of California,” said alum Ivy Teng Lei.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

☎️ Calling all community leaders and AI experts! Have you felt the direct impacts of AI? Do you have policy ideas for how our government could tackle AI challenges or use AI more effectively? ⚡ Apply for our new AI Civic Action Accelerator!

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

🌍 At Aspen Ideas Climate in Chicago recently, Academy Director Betsy Cooper and Senior Climate Policy Advisor Mai Sistla led an interactive training, teaching attendees how to effectively pitch environmental policy solutions to government officials.

Academy Director Betsy Cooper stands behind a podium in a dark blue floral dress listening to the guest government officials give feedback on participants' policy pitches.

Former government officials Matt Lee-Ashley and Neil Chatterjee sit in brown chairs in the front of the classroom holding microphones and give feedback on participants' policy pitches.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

📲 How can Gen Z turn doomscrolling into real policy action? 🎤 2025 Emerging Climate Leaders graduate Grace Cordsen recently joined Academy staff Kate Green and Gloria Molina-Estolano in conversation with Our Weekly News Los Angeles to explore this exact question.

Associate Director of Programs Gloria Molina-Estolano and Program and Communications Coordinator Kate Green talk on a patio at an Aspen Policy Academy event. Gloria is in a cream jacket, and Kate is in a purple sweater.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

💡 You don’t need a policy degree or a government job to have a say in how AI impacts your community. You just need the skills to make your voice heard!

Associate Director of Programs, Gloria Molina-Estolano, speaks into the mic at an Aspen Policy Academy event.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

⭐ We're the Aspen Policy Academy! Of course, we’re launching an AI Civic Action Accelerator. 🚀 Learn more and apply by Aug. 25. No policy background required. aspenpolicyacademy.org/program/ai-c... #PublicPolicy #PolicyMaking

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Take9 @pausetake9.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

9️⃣ is having its moment, and 9️⃣ seconds is all it takes to stop scammers from getting your personal info! Take9 seconds to look for signs of a scammer, like urgency or sketchy links, whenever someone you don’t know tries to reach you. ⏱️ Count before you click! Learn more at pausetake9.org

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🎙️ “The Fellowship taught us that when you’re presented with something the government is doing and it’s frustrating or unclear, that is an opportunity to bring your expertise into the space," said alum Dr. Jordan Loewen-Colón. “Even more importantly, it taught us how.”

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🌐 Got a policy idea for how government could tackle an AI issue or how AI could actually make government work better? We want to help turn that idea into real policy.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🔥 At the recent Aspen Ideas Festival in Colorado, Academy Director Betsy Cooper led an interactive workshop on policy advocacy, equipping participants from across the country with the tools to pitch their policy ideas to government stakeholders.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🌟 From tech to democracy to health, our Fellowship alumni Marilyn Zhang, Hilary Braseth, and Arfa Rehman recently spent a weekend at the Aspen Ideas Festival, diving into conversations with field leaders about where our society is headed.

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A selfie of Academy Alum Hilary Braseth and a friend smiling at the camera wearing their Aspen Ideas Festival lanyards.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🎉 We are thrilled to highlight Tiffani Martin as the Savilla Pitt Memorial Fellow from our Summer 2026 Science and Technology Policy Fellowship!

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

🎙️ “We each came to the Aspen Policy Academy seeking to transform our expertise in technology delivery into the ability to facilitate change on an infrastructural level. The program trained us how to devise and express a compelling solution to a very timely environmental policy issue.”

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Take9 @pausetake9.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Don’t let a scammer ruin your rhythm. Count before you click. Learn more at pausetake9.org

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

📣 “It can feel really overwhelming to think about impacting policy, but there are so many ways to start small,” said Alice Tan, a 2026 Science and Technology Policy Fellow.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

🚀 1 month ago, we kicked off our 2026 Science and Technology Policy Fellowship. 📊 35+ expert speakers, 3 real-world policy clients, and dozens of memos later, our Fellows have graduated as policy changemakers.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

🙌 We’re thrilled to announce the 15 members of our 2026 Science & Technology Policy Fellowship. Explore their bios on our website: aspenpolicyacademy.org/news/announc... #SciencePolicy #TechPolicy #Environment #PublicInterestTech

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Take9 @pausetake9.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Your #1 cyber safety tip ➡️ The number 9. Taking 9 seconds before you click, download, or share is the easiest way to spot a scammer’s tricks. Learn more at pausetake9.org

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

💡You don’t need a technical background to fight the growing wave of online scams. You just need to know how to make your voice heard! 📅 Next Thursday, June 18 | 9-10am PT / 12-1pm ET

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🚀 The Academy is now accepting applications for 2 paid communications internships. We’re looking for creative, driven students ready to make a real contribution to our team. #CommunicationsInternship #NonprofitInternship #PaidInternship #NowHiring

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

🌟 Our team and alumni were thrilled to join @civicfutures.bsky.social for the 2026 State AI Officers Summit in Atlanta, Georgia last week.

Academy Director Betsy Cooper; Academy alumni Ivy Teng Lei, Matthew Zhou, and Zoe Durbin; and Shawnzia A. Thomas, the Georgia State CIO and GTA Executive Director smiling at the State AI Officers Summit.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

🎤 Effective advocacy starts with effective communication. Join Senior Advisor Jessica Cole this Wednesday, June 10, from 9–10am PT for our Communicating for Policy webinar. Learn strategies for communicating with policymakers in writing and in person. Register: aspenpolicyacademy.org/program/comm...

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

🔐 How can patients protect their privacy and opt out of medical data sharing? According to a recent @calmatters.org article by Alex Rosenblat, a 2019 Science and Technology Policy Fellow and data privacy researcher, it’s more difficult than you might think.

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TechCongress @congressfellows.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

📣 Applications are OPEN for @congressfellows.bsky.social's 2027 Congressional Innovation Fellowship! Technologists: bring your technical expertise to the policymaking process in Congress. U.S. citizens & DACA recipients eligible. Apply by June 25 ➡️ techcongress.io/apply

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Craig Newmark @craignewmark.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Been fighting frauds and scams for over 25 years. I take it personally. I started Take9 to help people understand how to protect themselves online. To get the message out, I've decided to outsource my social skills to Sesame Street’s Count Von Count. (1/2)

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

🚀After 7 years, 105 Fellows, and dozens of policy projects, we’re launching our 2026 Science & Technology Policy Fellowship on Monday! 15 STEM leaders from across the country will join us for a month-long bootcamp to develop policy solutions. Stay tuned this June! #TechPolicy #PolicyImpact

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

🌟 Team Spotlight: Meet Roby Chatterji, our new Policy Advisor! 💡 Roby brings 10+ years of experience to the Academy. From working on Capitol Hill to guiding research at national think tanks to consulting for edtech companies, he has an expansive understanding of the avenues for policy impact.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

🧩 How can California improve maternal health outcomes? Graduates of our 2026 Tech Executive Leadership Initiative, hosted in partnership with Tech Talent Project, say an answer could be in data integrations.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

📣 Your voice belongs in government! That’s why we’re giving everyday people the skills to turn ideas into policy change. Ready to get started? Join our free June webinars: aspenpolicyacademy.org/webinars/ ✅Communicating for Policy | June 10 ✅Scam Fighters Workshop | June 18 #CivicEngagement

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

🏆 Congratulations to the team at @appvoices.org and their partners for winning a $1 million grant from the Alliance for Social Trust!

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

🎯 We have free 1-on-1 policy coaching available! Here’s how to access it: Join our Scam Fighters Workshops to learn how to protect your community from scams and cyber threats. Selected participants will receive 3 personalized mentoring sessions over 3 months with Academy staff.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

⏰ Tonight at 11:59pm PT is the priority application deadline for our Environmental Policy Accelerator. Don’t miss your chance for early review!

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Institute for Security and Technology @istorg.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

🎬EVENT TODAY: "When the Classroom Gets Hacked" What do we know so far about the Canvas hack that exposed the data of millions of students, and what should "target rich, cyber poor" orgs be doing next? Join IST's Michael Klein & RSAC's Kacy Zurkus today at 3:30 ET: www.linkedin.com/events/whent...

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

💼 How are AI agents reshaping the modern boardroom? 📊 Academy Rising Civic AI Leaders alum @rohan-sharma.bsky.social explores this topic in a recent @weforum.org article, where he shares advice for boards establishing AI governance:

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

🦸 If you’re ready to take policy action in your community to prevent scams, join our upcoming Scam Fighters Workshop Train the Trainer session! 💻 This virtual training will provide you with the skills and materials to bring our scam fighting advocacy curriculum directly to your own community.

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Aspen Policy Academy @aspenpolicyacademy.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

🗞️ You’ve probably heard that finding a policy job is becoming increasingly difficult. We’d like to offer a different perspective. What if your 2026 policy job hunt could be more rewarding than you expect?

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B! 🐝 Cavello (they/them) @b-cavello.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

#DefiningTechnologies of Our Time print editions ship THIS WEEKEND! This is the last chance for libraries, universities, and government offices to request a FREE copy before they go on sale: form.jotform.com/260566324386... This resource features expert analysis on how we define #AI in US #policy.

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