Public education is a pillar of American prosperity and civic life. From birth to school, college, and work, everyone deserves the opportunity to learn. But for too many students, education is inadequate, underfunded, and disconnected from good jobs. New America’s Education & Work issue area is dedicated to providing the best of education to everyone, especially the historically marginalized, starting in the earliest years and continuing throughout their lives.
Senior Fellow for Gender Equity, Paid Leave & Care Policy and Strategy, Better Life Lab
CFR cited New America’s data on the escalation of U.S. strikes in Somalia in 2025.
Join PAYA National Partner Advance CTE for a CTE 101 session designed for youth apprenticeship intermediaries and advocates new to youth app
Virtual
1PM – 2PM EDT
The New Practice Lab is starting 2026 by fielding a largest-of-its-kind parent survey
Gordon LaForge speaks with Fast Company about Starlink in the context of the Iran internet blackout.
Millions of American homes cost under $200k, but barriers to financing make them inaccessible to families who can afford them.
Explore our recap report and highlight reel on the goals and outcomes of the inaugural cohort of the Eviction Data Response Network.
Explore how governments can successfully host and possibly institutionalize citizens assemblies through this panel followed by a reception.
In-Person
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Senior Director, People and Culture