Why a Geocode Is Not an Address
Chris Mellon wrote an opinion piece for Wired on why geocodes can’t solve Puerto Rico’s address problem.
Economic Security
Blockchain-for-Land: What We Are Getting Wrong and How to Fix It
Tim Robustelli wrote an article for CoinTelegraph about the challenges surrounding implementation of blockchain-for-land.
What Will Be There When You Fall?: The Future of our Safety Net
What do you think of when you hear the term “safety net?” Read here for details on our Tech for the Safety Net discussion
How to Take Blockchain From Flaming Out to Scaling Up
Projects are often undertaken by governments enthusiastic about the technology, but fuzzy on what it can actually deliver.
Establishing a Vision for Nonpartisan and Fair Redistricting
A conversation on how to implement independent redistricting not from the top down—but from the ground up.
How to Bake Diversity Into Tech Startups
A conversation on where past efforts have fallen short and the key elements of inclusive tech ecosystems.
Learning While Homeless in the Other California
California’s homeless crisis won’t be fixed without protecting the educational rights of students facing housing instability.
Making the Shift From Empathy to Action
An overview of a special issue highlighting the New America CA fellows, their work, and the role of individuals in social change.
The Safety Net Is Actually a Safety Network
Low-income families take a holistic approach to solving their day-to-day challenges. Philanthropic organizations should do the same.
Why We Need to Invest In Survivor Wealth
It holds the keys to survivors not only getting out of abusive situations, but also staying out.