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At New America, our work spans across five issue areas—each essential to building a nation and a world where everyone can thrive.
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Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

Real Skills, Real Income: Why Youth Apprenticeship Is Resonating Now

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Future-Proofing U.S. Nuclear Policy: Forecasting Outcomes of the Nuclear-Armed Sea-Launched Cruise Missile

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

Debunking Myths on Student Parent Data Collection

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression

The App Store Accountability Act Poses Serious Concerns for Privacy, Security, and Free Expression
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For over 25 years, New America’s insights and policy solutions have helped usher in sweeping, long-term change. Discover how we have turned bold ideas into real-world impact.

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Redrawing School Boundaries for Fairer Funding

Redrawing School Boundaries for Fairer Funding

Reframing Fusion Voting as a Practical, Powerful Reform Strategy

Reframing Fusion Voting as a Practical, Powerful Reform Strategy

Harnessing Terrorism Data to Reshape U.S. National Security Policy

Harnessing Terrorism Data to Reshape U.S. National Security Policy

Establishing a National Housing Loss Rate

Establishing a National Housing Loss Rate
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For more than 25 years, New America has supported hundreds of fellows as they pursue ambitious work. Through our flagship Fellows Program and specialized fellowships, we back ideas rooted in depth, rigor, and lasting relevance.

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New America Fellows

The New America Fellows Program supports thinkers, creators, and storytellers whose work shapes public conversation on the defining issues of our time.
Us@250 Fellowship

Learning Sciences Exchange (LSX) Fellowship

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Mar 23, 2026
Making Child Care Work for Student Parents

Making Child Care Work for Student Parents

Mar 26, 2026
Drinking Water Data for the Nation: Version 1.0 Release Webinar

Drinking Water Data for the Nation: Version 1.0 Release Webinar

Mar 31, 2026
The Understated Value of Regional Intermediaries for Workforce and Economic Development

The Understated Value of Regional Intermediaries for Workforce and Economic Development

Apr 1 – 2, 2026
The Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeship Model

The Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeship Model
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The Third Gulf War Is Bringing the AI Cloud Back Down to Earth

The Third Gulf War Is Bringing the AI Cloud Back Down to Earth

Mar 10, 2026

Candace Rondeaux

New America, Reimagined: Built for What’s Next

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New America, Reimagined: Built for What’s Next

Mar 10, 2026

Anne-Marie Slaughter, Paul E. Butler

New America Announces Its New Mission and Vision, Reveals New Logo and Website

New America Announces Its New Mission and Vision, Reveals New Logo and Website

Mar 10, 2026

AI Risks Creating a ‘Demand Machine’ for Governments, Report Warns

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AI Risks Creating a ‘Demand Machine’ for Governments, Report Warns

Mar 6, 2026

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Testimony on “Preparing for the Future: America’s Community Colleges”

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Testimony on “Preparing for the Future: America’s Community Colleges”

Mar 5, 2026

Shalin Jyotishi

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PAYA National Meeting: Perspectives from the School Districts

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PAYA National Meeting: Perspectives from the School Districts

Mar 26, 2019

PAYA National Meeting: Student Perspectives: What Is It Like to Be a Youth Apprentice?

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PAYA National Meeting: Student Perspectives: What Is It Like to Be a Youth Apprentice?

Mar 26, 2019

PAYA National Meeting: The Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeship Program: Origin and Early Impact

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PAYA National Meeting: The Charleston Regional Youth Apprenticeship Program: Origin and Early Impact

Mar 26, 2019

PAYA National Meeting: Welcome and About the Partnership to Advance Youth Apprenticeship

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PAYA National Meeting: Welcome and About the Partnership to Advance Youth Apprenticeship

Mar 26, 2019

PAYA National Meeting: Closing Session: What’s Next for Youth Apprenticeship?

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PAYA National Meeting: Closing Session: What’s Next for Youth Apprenticeship?

Closing remarks from Elena Silva, Director, PreK-12 Education, New America

Mar 23, 2019

Who Is Interested in Youth Apprenticeship?

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Who Is Interested in Youth Apprenticeship?

A quick and shareable mashup of interviews from people across the country explaining why youth apprenticeships are an important opportunity.

Mar 18, 2019

Sacramento Early Childhood Forum

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Sacramento Early Childhood Forum

Sacramento Early Childhood Forum

Feb 4, 2019

Introducing PAYA

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Introducing PAYA

Nov 28, 2018

At the Breaking Point How to Better Compensate and Support Teachers of Our Youngest Learners

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At the Breaking Point How to Better Compensate and Support Teachers of Our Youngest Learners

What can be done to minimize stress and improve educator well-being?

Nov 19, 2018

EELI Regional Symposium: Leading for Equity in Early Learning

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EELI Regional Symposium: Leading for Equity in Early Learning

EELI Regional Symposium: Leading for Equity in Early Learning

Nov 17, 2018

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