Rethinking the Word Gap
A new study finds word gap acceptance among teachers has consequences for low-income Latinx students.
The Hidden History of America’s “Code Girls”
Join us to explore the hidden lives of these American heroes and what their stories can tell us about women in computer science today.
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New America
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BTA Selected for Rockefeller Foundation Grant to Pursue Groundbreaking Research on Blockchain Technology
The foundation’s support will play a crucial role in advancing the use of blockchain as a tool for development and good governance.
‘We Knew We Had to Grow Our Own’
The Fresno Teacher Residency Program is a joint effort between Fresno Unified School District and Fresno State University.
Beyond the Worst-Case Assumptions on China’s Cybersecurity Law
OTI Signs Letter Urging a Stronger Warrant Requirement in Section 702 Reform
OTI and 46 privacy and civil liberties organizations sent a letter to Congress asking for greater Section 702 reform in the USA Liberty Act.
OTI Submits Reply Comments to the FCC on Broadband Deployment
OTI filed reply comments to the FCC as they determine whether broadband is being deployed in a reasonable and timely manner.
‘Any Man-Made Code Can Be Broken by a Woman’
The groundbreaking female naval cryptographer who helped change the course of World War II.
A Survey of Programs Using Digital-Age Approaches to Family Engagement & Early Learning
We invite family engagement and early learning program leaders to fill out our survey. Results will be published publicly next Spring.
Don’t Bad Things Always Happen in Africa?
Well, no. And an event on Alexis Okeowo's new book, on ordinary women and men fighting extremism in Africa, shows why.
How Los Angeles Is the Future of Cities
The city of angels offers a roadmap for economic renewal, infrastructure investment, and, well, how to make America great again.
Keeping Score: The Changing Demographics of Federal Aid Recipients
Texas Creates Task Force to Address Students’ Post-Harvey Trauma
A new mental health task force will help connect schools with resources to overcome the traumatic effects of Hurricane Harvey.
The European Union’s Bet on the Status Quo
Recent moves for regional independence show that the EU wants to avoid debates that might threaten stability.
The Trade: My Journey Into The Labyrinth of Political Kidnapping
Join New America in welcoming Jere Van Dyk as he recounts his experience as a hostage for 45 days in Afghanistan
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New America
740 15th St NW #900, Washington, D.C. 20005