Governing Capacity &
Technology
Helping democratic institutions keep pace with technological advancements
Through hands-on technical assistance, research, and a collaborative community of practice, POPVOX Foundation helps governments understand and incorporate emerging technologies into their work.
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Representative Bodies in the AI Era
A guide released in January 2024 chronicling how legislatures leveraged artificial intelligence to upgrade their internal operations, improve efficiency, and address the pacing problem. The publication has been referenced by the US Congress, legislatures around the world, and parliamentary scholars.
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Casework Basics Manual
Casework Basics Manuals guide casework teams through the fundamental decisions and processes required to run an outstanding constituent services operation and to develop their workflows and build institutional knowledge. In addition, on-demand training videos instruct teams on best practices for responsibly using AI, coordinating with state and local offices, and more.
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Cyber Policy Leadership Institute
The Cyber Policy Leadership Institute is dedicated to bridging the representation gap in cybersecurity policy by empowering students from historically marginalized groups, with a mission that aims to cultivate the next generation of diverse cyber policy leaders.
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Future-Proofing Congress
To inspire Members and staff of the US Congress to embrace a perpetual practice of ongoing institutional improvement, POPVOX Foundation’s Future-Proofing Congress report, case studies, and monthly newsletter showcase how Congress is rebuilding its legislative and oversight capacity with new tech tools, professional development opportunities, and constituent engagement initiatives.
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Effective Government Fellowship
In partnership with the University of Chicago’s Center for Effective Government at the Harris School of Public Policy, the Effective Government Fellowship introduces rising public servants to the modernization efforts helping democratic institutions maintain their effectiveness and legitimacy in a rapidly changing world.
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Lawmaking Post-Chevron
The US Congress has always had the power to write laws and give discretion to federal agencies that make its intentions clear. With the Supreme Court’s overturning of the Chevron doctrine, now Congress must be explicit. POPVOX Foundation helps Congress adapt and evolve through hands-on training, testimony, and resources to help the institution make critical improvements to build its capacity and expertise to fulfill its legislative and oversight responsibilities effectively.