BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//States for the future: a data driven policy network - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:States for the future: a data driven policy network
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://statesforthefuture.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for States for the future: a data driven policy network
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Chicago
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20240310T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20241103T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20250309T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20251102T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20260308T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20261101T070000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0600
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:CDT
DTSTART:20270314T080000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0600
TZNAME:CST
DTSTART:20271107T070000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T073925
CREATED:20250422T190109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T190743Z
UID:338-1746010800-1746014400@statesforthefuture.org
SUMMARY:Federal Policy Updates with Bipartisan Policy Center - Virtual Community Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Hear about the latest in Federal policy updates from the Bipartisan Policy Center at our next States for the Future Virtual Community Discussion on Wednesday\, April 30 at 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT. Rachel B. Snyderman\, BPC’s Managing Director of Economic Policy\, will discuss how changes in funding and fiscal policy at the Federal level could impact state services\, programming\, and budgets. Our conversation will cover focus areas for many organizations in our network\, including education and health. \nClick here to register and join us on April 30.
URL:https://statesforthefuture.org/event/federal-policy-updates-with-bipartisan-policy-center-virtual-community-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251107
DTSTAMP:20260407T073925
CREATED:20250916T210443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T134723Z
UID:366-1762214400-1762473599@statesforthefuture.org
SUMMARY:States for the Future Annual Convening  - November 4-6\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the annual States for the Future Convening in Nashville\, Tennessee on November 4-6\, 2025. \nRSVP here (deadline extended to October 10) \nConnect (and re-connect) with your counterparts in other states \nThe States for the Future convening will be an opportunity to learn\, share\, and collaborate with like-minded organizations that are leading policy conversations in their state with data and research. Building on the success of our two annual convenings in 2023 and 2024\, our agenda will provide ample opportunities to learn how organizations similar to your own overcome challenges\, engage their community\, and inspire data-driven policy that positively impacts their state. \nAgenda highlights include: \n\nNavigating policy topics as non-partisan organizations\nBuilding good data products\nEngaging in the policymaking process\nStorytelling and communicating with data\nGetting smarter on key policy topics like education\, housing\, childcare\, infrastructure\, water and more\n\nMore detailed session information\, including a full program agenda\, will be provided in the coming months. \nWho should attend? \nThis event provides a rare opportunity to connect with and learn alongside fellow experts and practitioners  from across the country who share your commitment to data and research in advancing long term solutions to the many challenges states face. \nTo create opportunities for organizational and state ecosystem planning\, we encourage you to share this invitation with a cross-section of colleagues from within and outside of your organization\, such as: \n\nSenior leadership in communications\, policy\, data\, and programming at your organization\nKey stakeholders from philanthropy\, research community\, and the business community in your state\n\nEvent logistics \nAs was in the case in prior years\, there is no registration fee for this conference and SFF will cover all meals on site. This year\, participants will be responsible for their own lodging and travel to the meeting. By completing the registration form\, a hotel room will be reserved for you at the Canopy; there is no need to contact the hotel separately. SFF has secured a group rate of $299 (plus taxes and fees) per night for hotel rooms. Participants will pay for lodging when they arrive at the hotel. \nHotel rooms are available to meeting attendees on the nights of Tuesday\, November 4 and Wednesday\, November 5. Sessions will begin the morning of November 5 and end midday on November 6. We encourage out-of-town guests to arrive on Tuesday\, November 4 in order to take full advantage of our sessions together. \nWe will host a dinner the evening of November 4 for anyone whose travel itinerary enables them to join (more details forthcoming). \nLimited travel and/or lodging assistance is available for those for whom these costs would otherwise prohibit attendance. Please email info@statesforthefuture.org for more information. \nAbout our location \nLocated in Nashville\, Tennessee\, the Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown (920 Division St\, Nashville\, TN 37203) is in the heart of the city and offers close proximity to many of the area’s attractions. \nRSVP information \nTo secure a room as a part of our hotel room block\, participants must RSVP by extended deadline of October 10. Complete the registration form below to reserve your space at the convening and lodging accommodations. \nRSVP here (deadline extended to October 10) \n 
URL:https://statesforthefuture.org/event/sff-annual-convening-november-4-6-2025-in-nashville-tennessee/
LOCATION:Canopy by Hilton Nashville Downtown\, 920 Division St\, Nashville\, TN\, 37203\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T073925
CREATED:20251029T151712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T151826Z
UID:383-1763550000-1763553600@statesforthefuture.org
SUMMARY:Taking America's Pulse\, One State at a Time: Insights from the State of the Nation Project and Potential Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:Join States for the Future on Wednesday\, November 19 at 12:00 p.m. ET/9:00 a.m. PT for our next Virtual Community Discussion exploring the State of the Nation Project\, an innovative initiative analyzing key data and trends shaping America’s future from The Murphy Institute at Tulane University. Our presenter\, Dr. Douglas Harris\, will describe how this project was developed and how this research provides actionable insights for policymakers and civic leaders working to build stronger\, more resilient states. Dr. Harris will also preview a series of upcoming state-focused data profiles\, and discuss the potential for state partnerships. \nCLICK HERE to register!
URL:https://statesforthefuture.org/event/taking-americas-pulse-one-state-at-a-time-insights-from-the-state-of-the-nation-project-and-potential-partnerships/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260407T073925
CREATED:20260129T174957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T175022Z
UID:403-1771419600-1771423200@statesforthefuture.org
SUMMARY:AI and State Data: Understanding the Risks and Rewards with the Data Integration Support Center
DESCRIPTION:Are you exploring how your state government can use AI in productive\, responsible ways? Or is your state already advancing major AI initiatives and grappling with questions around accountability\, governance\, and best practices? Join States for the Future for our next Virtual Community Discussion featuring experts from the Data Integration Support Center (DISC) on Wednesday\, February 18\, at 2:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 a.m. PT. Together\, we’ll dig into how states can leverage AI and data innovation effectively\, responsibly\, and in service of the public good. Register below and come ready to discuss how data-driven tools can accelerate progress in your state—and the critical role state-based advocates can play in shaping this fast-evolving landscape. \n  \nClick Here to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Jppl2Mr5QHaSUjrBEfxfiw \n 
URL:https://statesforthefuture.org/event/ai-and-state-data-understanding-the-risks-and-rewards-with-the-data-integration-support-center/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260311T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T073925
CREATED:20260226T205731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205731Z
UID:415-1773226800-1773232200@statesforthefuture.org
SUMMARY:A Virtual Roundtable Discussion on Modernizing the Federal Statistical System: Insights from State and Local Leaders
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. federal statistical system plays a central role in shaping evidence-based policy development\, critical public and private sector decisions\, and the efficient functioning of government and society. The challenges that the system faces are not new\, but increased attention in Washington on efficiency may further test statistical units across the government. The Bipartisan Policy Center recently launched Data for the Future\, an initiative to modernize and support the federal statistical system to ensure it serves the interests of the American public. \nStates for the Future is co-hosting this 90-minute virtual roundtable discussion with the Bipartisan Policy Center on Wednesday\, March 11 at 12:00 p.m. ET/9:00 a.m. PT. Here we will explore how the federal statistical system supports subnational governance\, identify emerging challenges\, and generate recommendations to improve its coordination\, sustainability\, and value for state and local decisionmakers. \nClick Here to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/x0zaQjfFT_mBAM_TmRy6wQ \n 
URL:https://statesforthefuture.org/event/a-virtual-roundtable-discussion-on-modernizing-the-federal-statistical-system-insights-from-state-and-local-leaders/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260723
DTSTAMP:20260407T073925
CREATED:20260310T215459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T215548Z
UID:420-1784419200-1784764799@statesforthefuture.org
SUMMARY:Governmental Research Association and States for the Future Joint Annual Conference | July 19-22\, 2026 in Chicago\, Illinois
DESCRIPTION:States for the Future is excited to co-host the 2026 Annual Conference with the Governmental Research Association (GRA)\, taking place July 19–22\, 2026\, in Chicago\, Illinois. This collaboration brings together two networks representing states with nearly 80% of the US population for a unique opportunity to connect\, exchange ideas\, and strengthen our impact in states. \nOur nation’s semiquincentennial in 2026 invites reflection and action. It is an opportunity to examine the pressing issues facing our country and to consider the role organizations like the members of GRA and SFF play in shaping a stronger\, more effective future for the states we serve. \nFull details will be released in the coming months. In the meantime\, we welcome your ideas on topics and experiences that would be helpful to your work. And if you have a session proposal or work you would like to showcase\, we’d love to hear about that too. Let us know at info@statesforthefuture.org. \nWe encourage you\, your colleagues\, and your state partners to join us in Chicago for what promises to be a dynamic and impactful convening. Those in the SFF network qualify for the GRA Member Rate so be sure to register using the link below and secure your lodging early. A hotel reservation link within the conference room block is available on the registration page. \nWe look forward to convening\, collaborating\, and charting the future together. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER
URL:https://statesforthefuture.org/event/governmental-research-association-and-states-for-the-future-joint-annual-conference-july-19-22-2026-in-chicago-illinois/
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR