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Resources for Changes to Federal Employment and Programs

In times of tremendous uncertainty for federal employees, researchers, and everyone affected by the changes in the federal government, APPAM is committed to supporting our members in ways that align with our values and mission.

Read more about our commitment during this time in a recent letter sent by APPAM President Ingrid Gould Ellen and the Executive Committee.

Please use the resources we've collected below to help navigate this unprecedented era and gain timely knowledge from experts.

Want to suggest additional resources? Email info@appam.org

Webinars Candid Conversations Knowledge Sharing #CelebratePolicyImpact Job Transition

 

Webinars

The Future for Data Access

Originally broadcast March 4, 2025

Speakers: Jed Kolko (Former Undersecretary for Economic Affairs at the Department of Commerce), Amy O’Hara (Director, Georgetown Federal Statistical Research Data Center), Steve Pierson (Director of Science Policy, American Statistical Association)

Moderator: Erica L. Groshen (Senior Economic Advisor, Cornell ILR School and Former Commissioner of the US Bureau of Labor Statistics)

This webinar, the second hosted by APPAM about changes in the federal government, focuses on data access and what researchers who rely on federal datasets for their work might expect in the future from the Trump administration. The webinar will explore the availability of data on agency websites, access to confidential data, interaction with agency staff, and data continuity and quality. Panelists will assess what has changed and where efforts to get answers from the administration stand. The panel will also discuss the next steps in the pursuit against missing public information that underpins the research all our members engage in. Time will be reserved for audience questions. This webinar is free and open to all.

Assault on Federal Employees and Programs

Originally broadcast February 27, 2025.

Speakers: Nicholas Bednar (University of Minnesota Law School), Donald Kettl (University of Maryland), Loren DeJonge Schulman (Telos Lab, formerly Office of Management and Budget)

Moderator: Don Moynihan (University of Michigan)

This webinar, the first of a series hosted by APPAM about changes in the federal government, focuses on how the Trump administration has sought to weaken federal employee protections, while downsizing programs and entire agencies. The webinar will explore the legality of actions taken thus far, and what might happen next, considering the effect on federal employees, and public service provision. 


Candid Conversations

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Starting March 26th from 12:30 - 1:30 Eastern and continuing on the last Wednesday of each month, join fellow members for an open Zoom designed as an outlet to discuss whatever's on your mind. From topics like the federal workforce, data availability, the funding for policy research, the news, or research you're working on, feel free to discuss anything at all. We hope these casual opportunities to connect will serve as helpful decompression amid stressful times. Look forward to seeing you there!

Register below:

Knowledge Sharing

Links shared during March 4th's "The Future for Data Access" Webinar:

Links shared during February 27th's "Assault on Federal Employees and Programs" Webinar:

Discounts for Current and Former Federal Employees and Contractors


#CelebratePolicyImpact

We've launched the #CelebratePolicyImpact initiative to highlight the impact that researchers have made in making government more effective and efficient. We encourage you to share stories of how your research (or someone you know's) informed evidence-backed policy and made a difference in government and people's lives. Check out the stories we've collected below, and share your own here and on social media with the hashtag #CelebratePolicyImpact.

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#CelebratePolicyImpact Stories


Job Transition

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View open listings and upload your resume for consideration by employers with APPAM's job board: Career Connections! 

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