Buffett Book Talk: Marc Lynch on "America’s Middle East"
2026-03-04 12:30 - 13:45 (America/Chicago) | 720 University Pl, 720 University Place, Second Floor, Evanston, IL, 60208, United States
Join us for a Buffett Book Talk with Marc Lynch on his new book, “America’s Middle East: The Ruination of a Region.”

Marc Lynch, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs and Director of the Project on Middle East Political Science (POMEPS) at George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs, will discuss his new book, America’s Middle East: The Ruination of a Region.
From the Gulf War to Gaza, the book discusses how and why Washington ensnared itself in the Middle East and situates US policy towards the Middle East in the broader context of its foreign policy towards the region since the end of the Cold War.
Lunch will be served at 12:15 p.m.
Please note that 720 University Place is not an ADA-accessible space. Increasing physical access to buildings and facilities is a goal of the University, but not all buildings and venues have been updated.

Public Film Screening: Inshallah a Boy
2026-03-04 17:15 - 19:55 (America/Chicago) | Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy, 6100 Main Street, Houston, TX, 77005, United States
Join us for a free viewing of “Inshallah A Boy” the first-ever Jordanian feature film to premiere at Cannes.

Amjad Al-Rasheed’s “Inshallah a Boy” is a gripping, feminist drama that follows Nawal, who is forced to contend with Jordan’s unequal inheritance laws following the sudden death of her husband in order to hold onto her family and claim what should rightfully be hers. The result is a suspenseful and engrossing portrait of resistance and strength that showcases women’s ingenuity and perseverance. “Inshallah a Boy” was the first-ever Jordanian feature film to premiere at Cannes and has received numerous awards.
Ahead of International Women’s Day, the Baker Institute Women’s Rights, Human Rights, and Refugees Program will co-host a public screening of the film in collaboration with the Museum of Fine Arts Houston’s film department.
This event is free and open to the public.
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Private Military Contractors: How Non-State Actors Are Changing War
2026-03-05 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | The Institute of World Politics, 1521 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20036, United States
Dr. Caroline Batka analyzes PMCs in Private Military Contractors: Understanding the Non-State Actors Changing the Institution of War.

About the Lecture:
This lecture draws on Dr. Caroline Batka’s compendium of research on Private Military Contractors (PMCs) and examines how they are reshaping the modern institution of war. The presentation explores key similarities and differences in how the U.S. military and the European Union employ and integrate PMCs, clarifies PMC terminology and classifications, and assesses their relationship to mercenaries, warlords, and other non-state actors. The lecture also examines the Wagner Group as a distinct and influential non-state organization.

About the Speaker:
Dr. Caroline Batka is a senior military analyst at Comenius University in Bratislava, Slovakia. She is currently working on a study funded by the Slovak Research and Development Agency examining hybrid warfare in Europe. This includes studies on the societal factors facilitating receptivity to pro-Russian disinformation in Slovakia; the organizational structure of the Wagner Group; the EU’s use of private military and security contractors; and Slovak-Polish defense industrial base collaboration.
Dr. Batka is also an adjunct professor at Bay Atlantic University in the Political Science and International Relations Department where she teaches Public Administration. In 2020-2021, Dr. Batka worked at King’s College London on a study of the U.S. military personnel’s interprofessional bonds with private military contractors. In that role, Dr. Batka conducted and analyzed qualitative interviews with contractors and coauthored a published article. From 2018-2020, she taught US Foreign Policy at Webster Vienna Private University.
Beyond her academic experience, Dr. Batka has worked in a range of non-profit oversight and government capacities. From October 2011 to July 2016, she worked at RAND Corporation in Washington, D.C. where her research focused on Army operations and planning, military programs and policy, health care, and veterans’ issues. Dr. Batka served as RAND’s liaison to the U.S. Army G-3/5/7 (Operations and Plans). In this capacity, Dr. Batka led coordination and communication between the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army, G-3/5/7 and the RAND leadership team. Dr. Batka has honed expertise in U.S. military and veterans’ health and mental health issues. She has conducted dozens of studies for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) on the effectiveness of treatment programs and policy for PTSD, depression, and traumatic brain injuries. Dr. Batka is also a skilled and experienced qualitative researcher. She has conducted, coded, and analyzed hundreds of interviews with policymakers and stakeholders on a range of specialized and sensitive subjects, including military sexual assault, mental health and health policies and programs, and identification of potential DoD programs and activities for consolidation or elimination. Dr. Batka also has extensive experience working with surveys, cenarios analysis, and case studies.
Prior to working at RAND, Dr. Batka has worked at the National Academy of Public Administration, the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the Disabled American Veterans, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and on Capitol Hill. Dr. Batka holds a PhD from Comenius University, a Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Washington in Seattle, and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Communication from Virginia Tech

Women's Day Celebration & Camp UN for Girls New York 2026 at UN HQ
2026-03-06 09:00 - 2026-03-07 12:00 (America/New_York) | United Nations Headquarters, 405 East 45th Street, New York, NY, 10017, United States
Join us to celebrate Women’s Day at United Nations Headquarters. Don’t miss this unforgettable day of girl power and sisterhood!

Celebrate International Women’s Day with us at our and Women’s Day Celebration and Camp United Nations for Girls NYC 2026 at UN Headquarters! Girls will celebrate International Women’s Day, exploring the movement for the rights of women and girls. Camp United Nations for Girls NYC 2026 is a two-day program that includes the activities outlined below. This is a day-program with parents being responsible for accommodations and transportation of those traveling to NYC to participate.Ticketing options for girls ages 9 to 11 and ages 12 to 17.
Day 1 – United Nations Headquarters (9am to 5pm)
United Nations Pavilion tour and photo op for students
United Nations Headquarters’ Exhibits
United Nations Headquarters Tour
Lunch on site at Vienna Café
United Nations Private Briefing: Women in Peacekeeping
Virtual Reality Experience: Women in Peacekeeping
Day 2 – Conference Center (8am to 12pm)
Camp United Nations begins with a lesson on the history of the United Nations and the organization’s purpose. This is followed by a study of the structure, leadership, and the rules of procedure of the United Nations. Each student will be given an assignment to serve as a delegate for a UN Member State. When the General Assembly convenes delegates will propose a resolution. The resolution will be subject to negotiation and amendment by the UN Delegates before a vote on a final version of the resolution. Girl Scouts and Girl Guides earn a Global Action Award or World Thinking badge for participating in Camp United Nations for Girls.
The camp is strictly limited to 18 students per age group. Ticketing groups are ages 9-11 and ages 12-17. For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Looking for more events? View our 2026-27 schedule at https://girlsinpoliticsinitiative.eventbrite.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Women's Day Celebration & Camp UN for Girls New York 2026 at UN HQ
2026-03-06 09:00 - 2026-03-07 12:00 (America/New_York) | 450 E 45th St, 450 East 45th Street, New York, NY, 10017, United States

Camp Parliament for Girls Canberra 2026
2026-03-07 08:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 1 Elouera Street, 1 Elouera Street, Canberra, ACT, 2612, Australia
Young leaders study Australia’s parliament, stand for office, vote and convene a session of Parliament to pass a bill.

Camp Parliament for Girls Elouera 2026 introduces girls to Australia’s parliamentary system of government. Camp Parliament for Girls begins with a lesson the structure and history of the Australian’s government. The lesson goes on to review the eligibility requirements to stand for office and a review of political parties with students for their own parties. Students will learn about the structure of elections and the women that made history serving in government. Each student will stand for office, create a campaign platform, vote in a virtual election, and form a government to pass a bill. Each student will serve as a MP.For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staff are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Women’s Day Celebration and Camp United Nations for Girls New York 2026
2026-03-07 08:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | 1535 Broadway, 1535 Broadway, New York, NY, 10036, United States
Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day and participate in Camp United Nations for Girls New York 2026.

Join us to celebrate International Women’s Day 2026 in New York, New York. Camp United Nations for Girls New York 2026 introduces girls to the work of the United Nations and international policy. Camp United Nations begins with a lesson on the history of the United Nations and the organization’s purpose. This is followed by a study of the structure, leadership, and the rules of procedure of the United Nations. Each student will be given an assignment to serve as a delegate for a UN Member State. When the General Assembly convenes delegates will propose a resolution. The resolution will be subject to negotiation and amendment by the UN Delegates before a vote on a final version of the resolution. Girl Scouts and Girl Guides earn a Global Action Award or World Thinking badge for participating in Camp United Nations for Girls.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Monthly (Inter)National Politics Club @ Manny's
2026-03-07 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Manny’s, 3092 16th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
The (Inter)National Politics Club discusses current political news, policy and more! The December topic will be U.S. Foreign Relations.

Mini Camp Parliament for Girls Canberra 2026
2026-03-07 13:00 - 16:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 1 Elouera Street, 1 Elouera Street, Canberra, ACT, 2612, Australia
Mini Camp Parliament for Girls Canberra introduces girls, 6-7 years, the Australia’s government and community service.

Mini Camp Parliament for Girls Canberra 2026 introduces girls, 6-7 years, Australia’s government and community service. Mini Camp Parliament for Girls Canberra begins with a basic lesson on government, standing for office and voting. Campers will go on to stand for office. Each camper will create a campaign poster and leaflet. Camp will then culminate with newly elected MPs opening a session of Parliament to pass their own bill.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 6 to 7. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room will only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staff are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Camp United Nations for Girls Canberra 2025
2026-03-07 13:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Sydney) | 1 Elouera Street, 1 Elouera Street, Canberra, ACT, 2612, Australia
Girls learn about the work of the United Nations, study diplomacy & hone their problem-solving skills at Camp United Nations for Girls.

Camp United Nations for Girls Canberra 2026 introduces girls to work of the United Nations and international policy. Camp United Nations begins with a lesson on the history of the United Nations and the organization’s purpose. This is followed by a study of the structure, leadership, and the rules of procedure of the United Nations. Each student will be given an assignment to serve as a delegate for a UN Member State. When the General Assembly convenes delegates will propose a resolution. The resolution will be subject to negotiation and amendment by the UN Delegates before a vote on a final version of the resolution.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for students ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staff are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Camp Parliament for Youth Melbourne 2026
2026-03-08 08:00 - 12:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | 120 Collins St, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Young leaders study Australia’s parliament, stand for office, vote and convene a session of Parliament to pass a bill.

Camp Parliament for Youth Melbourne 2026 introduces girls and boys to Australia’s parliamentary system of government. Camp Parliament for Youth begins with a lesson the structure and history of the Australian’s government. The lesson goes on to review the eligibility requirements to stand for office and a review of political parties with students for their own parties. Students will learn about the structure of elections and the women that made history serving in government. Each student will stand for office, create a campaign platform, vote in a virtual election, and form a government to pass a bill. Each student will serve as a MP.For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls and boys, ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staff are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Camp United Nations for Girls Melbourne 2026
2026-03-08 13:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | 120 Collins St, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000, Australia
Girls learn about the work of the United Nations, study diplomacy & hone their problem-solving skills at Camp United Nations for Girls.

Camp United Nations for Girls Melbourne 2026 introduces girls to work of the United Nations and international policy. Camp United Nations begins with a lesson on the history of the United Nations and the organization’s purpose. This is followed by a study of the structure, leadership, and the rules of procedure of the United Nations. Each student will be given an assignment to serve as a delegate for a UN Member State. When the General Assembly convenes delegates will propose a resolution. The resolution will be subject to negotiation and amendment by the UN Delegates before a vote on a final version of the resolution.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for students ages 9-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staff are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

The Diversity Principle: The Story of a Transformative Idea
2026-03-11 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Commonwealth Club, 110 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Join us for a fascinating discussion about an important concept that underpins our intellectual, social and economic lives.

As the war on diversity upends government, corporate and education policies, the history of the idea of diversity has never been more important. David Oppenheimer, a diversity skeptic turned diversity admirer, chronicles how diversity became a foundational value of higher education over the last 200 years, how it evolved as it was adopted by commerce and science, and what the implications are of the current backlash.
The diversity principle—the idea that people with different backgrounds, experiences, identities, and viewpoints produce better work by engaging with one another—was a core tenet of the first modern research university, founded in Germany in 1810. It was the inspiration for John Stuart Mill’s On Liberty, a touchstone of academic freedom; a hallmark of Charles Eliot’s remaking of Harvard in the late 19th century to promote the “clash of ideas”; and a foundation of the 20th-century efforts toward equality of Thurgood Marshall, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Pauli Murray. In telling the story of the diversity principle through the experiences of these and other remarkable thinkers, Oppenheimer argues for affirming diversity as a central value of education and an “essential ingredient for a robust intellectual and political culture.”
Join us for a fascinating discussion about an important concept that underpins our intellectual, social, and economic lives.
SPEAKERS
David Oppenheimer, Clinical Professor of Law, UC Berkeley Law; Faculty Co-director, Pro Bono Program; Director, Berkeley Center on Comparative Equality and Anti-Discrimination Law; Author, The Diversity Principle: The Story of a Transformative Idea
Moderator TBA
5 p.m. doors open & check-in5:30–6:30 p.m. program6:30 p.m. book signing(all times Pacific Time)
Photos courtesy the speaker.

Georgia Governor/Gubernatorial Debate
2026-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | New Birth Missionary Baptist Church, 6400 Woodrow Road, Stonecrest, GA, 30038, United States
Get ready for an exciting Governor’s Debate as Georgia’s top candidates come together for a lively exchange.

Get Ready for the Georgia Governor/Gubernatorial Debate!
Join us in person for an exciting evening where the top candidates go head-to-head. It’s your chance to hear directly from those running for governor, ask questions, and get the real scoop on what’s next for Georgia. Bring your friends, grab some popcorn, and be part of the political buzz up close and personal!

Breaking Bread with Your Elected Leaders
2026-03-12 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Olive Baptist Church – Pensacola Campus, 1836 East Olive Road, Pensacola, FL, 32514, United States
Join us for a spaghetti dinner & community conversations with your neighbors and elected leaders.

Breaking Bread with Leaders
Come join us in person for an awesome chance to connect and chat with some incredible leaders. It’s all about good vibes, great conversations, and sharing ideas over some tasty food. Don’t miss out on this relaxed event where you get to break bread and build meaningful connections. See you there!

Camp Parliament for Girls London 2026
2026-03-14 08:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | 147c Cromwell Rd, 147c Cromwell Road, London, England, SW5 0TH, United Kingdom
Camp Parliament for Girls London 2026 introduces girls to the UK government including standing for office & serving in Parliament.

Camp Parliament for Girls London 2026 introduces girls to the UK’s parliamentary system of government. Camp Parliament for Girls London begins with a lesson the structure and history of the British Parliament. The lesson goes on to review the eligibility requirements to stand for office, a review of political parties, a study of the structure of elections and recognition of the UK’s female political leaders. Students will form political parties, create a campaign platform to stand for office, vote in an election and form a government to pass a law. Each student will serve as an MP.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Camp Parliament for Youth London 2026
2026-03-14 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | 147c Cromwell Rd, 147c Cromwell Road, London, England, SW5 0TH, United Kingdom
Camp Parliament for Youth London 2026 introduces girls and boys to the UK government including standing for office & serving in Parliament.

Camp Parliament for Youth London 2025 introduces girls and boys to the UK’s parliamentary system of government. Camp Parliament for Youth London begins with a lesson the structure and history of the British Parliament. The lesson goes on to review the eligibility requirements to stand for office, a review of political parties, a study of the structure of elections. Students will form political parties, create a campaign platform to stand for office, vote in an election and form a government to pass a law. Each student will serve as an MP.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Livestream— A Conversation with Chief Justice Roberts
2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us virtually for a discussion with Supreme Court Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr., Chief Justice of the United States.

John G. Roberts, Jr., Chief Justice of the United States, will return to the Rice University campus and join the Baker Institute for a public conversation marking his two decades on the nation’s highest court.

In discussion with The Honorable Lee H. Rosenthal, Senior Judge of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas and a trustee emeritus of the Rice University Board of Trustees, Roberts will reflect on his experience as Chief Justice, the state of the American judicial branch, and some of the most significant moments of his tenure. Baker Institute Director David M. Satterfield and Rice University Provost Amy Dittmar will deliver opening remarks.

Nominated by President George W. Bush, Roberts has served as Chief Justice since 2005. He previously served as a judge on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit, as Principal Deputy Solicitor General, and as Associate Counsel to President Ronald Reagan. Earlier in his career, he clerked for Judge Henry J. Friendly of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit and then-Associate Justice William H. Rehnquist of the Supreme Court.

Please note that this is a livestream presentation of the event.

Rogers Brubaker: Politics and Governance in the Digital Era
2026-03-18 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Devlin Hall, 255 Beacon Street, Chestnut Hill, MA, 02467, United States
Rogers Brubaker, sociologist and specialist in populism and digital hyperconnectivity, joins the Lowell Humanities Series.

Rogers Brubaker is Distinguished Professor of Sociology at UCLA, where he holds the UCLA Foundation Chair. He has written widely on social theory, citizenship, nationalism, ethnicity, race, religion, gender, populism, and digital hyperconnectivity. His recent books include Grounds for Difference, Trans: Gender and Race in an Age of Unsettled Identities, and, most recently, Hyperconnectivity and Its Discontents, which treats digital hyperconnectivity as a “total social fact” and addresses transformations of the self, social interaction, culture, economics, and politics.
Brubaker has taught at UCLA since 1991 and was previously a Junior Fellow in the Society of Fellows of Harvard University. He has been awarded a MacArthur Fellowship, a Presidential Young Investigator Award from the National Science Foundation, and fellowships from the Center for Advanced Study in the Behavioral Sciences, the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, and the Wissenschaftskolleg of Berlin. He was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 2009.
Cosponsored by the Boston College Sociology Department and the Clough Center for the Study of Constitutional Democracy.
All Lowell Humanities Series lectures are free and open to the public. Registration via Eventbrite is required for in-person attendance.
The Lowell Humanities Series is sponsored by the Lowell Institute, Boston College’s Institute for the Liberal Arts, and the Provost’s Office.

An Evening with Hawai'i Governor Josh Green
2026-03-19 17:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Alumni House, 1 Alumni House, Berkeley, CA, 94720, United States
Join the Goldman School of Public Policy for a special conversation with Hawai’i Governor Josh Green.

Governor Green’s path to Hawai’i’s highest office is shaped by his medical background and his frontline experience responding to crisis. From his work as an emergency room doctor to his tenure as lieutenant governor, Green emerged as a key leader during the COVID-19 pandemic, guiding Hawai’i through an unprecedented public health emergency—a role that ultimately led him to the governor’s office.
Hear from Governor Green on his journey from medicine to public service, and how his training as a doctor continues to inform his policy priorities. The discussion will examine Hawai’i’s response to wildfires, climate impacts, and public safety challenges, including innovative approaches to issues like gun violence, and consider what it means to govern with a public health lens in an era of overlapping crises.

Camp Parliament for Girls Manchester 2026
2026-03-21 08:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | 15 Mason St, 15 Mason Street, Manchester, England, M4 5FT, United Kingdom
Camp Parliament for Girls Manchester 2026 introduces girls to the UK government including standing for office & serving in Parliament.

Camp Parliament for Girls Manchester 2026 introduces girls to the UK’s parliamentary system of government. Camp Parliament for Girls London begins with a lesson the structure and history of the British Parliament. The lesson goes on to review the eligibility requirements to stand for office, a review of political parties, a study of the structure of elections and recognition of the UK’s female political leaders. Students will form political parties, create a campaign platform to stand for office, vote in an election and form a government to pass a law. Each student will serve as an MP.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

Camp Parliament for Girls Manchester 2026
2026-03-21 13:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | 15 Mason St, 15 Mason Street, Manchester, England, M4 5FT, United Kingdom
Camp Parliament for Girls Manchester 2025 introduces girls to the UK government including standing for office & serving in Parliament.

Camp Parliament for Girls Manchester 2026 introduces girls to the UK’s parliamentary system of government. Camp Parliament for Girls London begins with a lesson the structure and history of the British Parliament. The lesson goes on to review the eligibility requirements to stand for office, a review of political parties, a study of the structure of elections and recognition of the UK’s female political leaders. Students will form political parties, create a campaign platform to stand for office, vote in an election and form a government to pass a law. Each student will serve as an MP.
For additional information contact us at +1 866-277-2123 extension 1, via email at info@girlsinpolitics.com or visit our website at www.girlsinpolitics.com. Ticketing options for girls ages 8-11 and 12-17. Please no solicitation emails or calls. We do not book speakers, book vendors or recruit volunteers for events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this event a drop-off? All camps are drop-off unless parent participation is indicated. Parents may wait at the venue for the duration of the camp in any of the lounge or seating area throughout the hotel. The meeting room space capacity can only accommodate students and staff.
Is the registration fee refundable? The registration fee is non-refundable unless the organizer cancels the session. If a participant is unable to attend a session a credit will be placed on file that may be used at any time for a future program. The credit does not expire.
Is this a partisan program or supported by a political party? No, the Girls in Politics Initiative is an independent organization that is self-funded through the fees generated from hosting sessions. The curriculum is civic education.
Is financial assistance available? Due to rising costs associated with hosting events, there is no financial assistance available for this event and there is no promo code for this event.
Who are the instructors? Our Lead Instructors are women that currently or have previously worked in government or electoral politics. Our support staffers are current or former licensed teachers. All instructors and support staff undergo background screening. All instructors and support staff are also in compliance with any local ordinances or state/provincial regulations applicable to those working with children.

The International Government Relations & Political Campaigns Forum
2026-03-24 09:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Bay Atlantic University – Washington D.C., 1510 H Street Northwest, Washington, WA, 20005, United States
We are excited to invite you to the 11th International Political Campaign & Government
Relations Forum, scheduled for March 24th, 2026.

For over a decade, this flagship international event has brought together more than 600 professionals, political leaders, advisors, campaign managers, and GR experts from 20+ countries to exchange ideas, showcase winning strategies, and build partnerships.
Since its inception in 2015, the International Political Campaign & Government Relations Forum has grown into a premier global platform for public affairs and political professionals. Over the years, the Forum has been hosted in leading cities around the world — including Kyiv, Brussels, Istanbul, and Washington, D.C. — attracting hundreds of participants from more than 20 countries. From its first gathering, focused on showcasing the best lobbying practices and fostering dialogue between sectors, to its most recent editions in Washington, D.C., the Forum has consistently delivered invaluable insights, best practices, and strategic connections — shaping the future of campaigns, advocacy, and government relations worldwide.
Whether you are a campaign strategist, policymaker, public affairs professional, or corporate leader, this forum is your opportunity to stay ahead of political and advocacy trends, learn from global success stories, and connect with decision-makers shaping public opinion and policy worldwide.
Why Attend?
– Discover emerging trends in political campaigns & government relations for 2026 and beyond– Learn from real-world case studies from the U.S., Europe, Ukraine, and the Global South– Gain practical tools to run impactful campaigns or advocacy initiatives– Network with high-level stakeholders and potential partners– Celebrate excellence at the prestigious International GR & Political Campaign Awards– Join an exclusive VIP Dinner with speakers, partners, and VIP guests

Access, International Cooperation, & Public Outreach: Lithuania's Archives
2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:30 (America/New_York)
Join us for a talk to explore how Lithuanian archives influence the country today.

Inga Zakšauskienė, serving as chief archivist in Lithuania since April 2023, has sought to turn the Lithuanian archives “from document storage institutions into spaces for the dissemination of freedom ideas and the education of society.” Halfway through her tenure, Zakšauskienė will discuss what she has been able to do in furthering this mission, including how the Lithuanian archives have expanded access, enhanced digitization, strengthened international partnerships, and increased their role in public and civic education about the origins, foundations, and achievements of modern Lithuania.

Autocracy 2.0: How China's Rise Reinvented Tyranny
2026-03-24 12:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 121 Bay State Rd, 121 Bay State Road, Boston, MA, 02215, United States
Join us for a lecture with Jennifer Lind.

Great power competition requires countries to be technological leaders, but a large body of literature holds that autocracies, which suppress creativity and information flows, stifle innovation. Many observers of China’s rise thus argued that it would be unable to compete technologically with the United States. This book challenges this view. Drawing on metrics of innovation, I show that China has become a global innovation leader. I argue that China and other “smart authoritarians” have adapted their tools of control in order to better compete with free societies in today’s globalized information age. The evolution of Autocracy 2.0 suggests that China – and the countries that emulate its smart authoritarian model – will be far more competitive than many scholars expect: which has dramatic implications for the balance of power, the future of international order, and the global struggle between democracy and authoritarianism.

Dr. Maya Kornberg: Stuck—How Money/Media/Violence Stop Change in Congress
2026-03-26 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Commonwealth Club, 110 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Come hear Dr. Kornberg talk about the sobering portrait of a legislative body paralyzed by its own internal dynamics.

Congress has long been a punching bag for American dissatisfaction with their government or with the direction of the country. But its unpopularity keeps plumbing new depths, even as the major party polarization has strengthened. In short, Congress—the central democratic institution in the country—is hanging on by a thread. But its biggest liability might be its inability to reform itself.
Maya Kornberg, a senior research fellow at the Brennan Center’s Elections and Government Program, has explored the ways that Congress has become increasingly inhospitable to change. The “Watergate babies” of 1974, the Contract with America conservatives of 1994, and the historic 2018 class fueled by backlash to Donald Trump all represent younger, more diverse, and less entrenched members who arrived in the capital energized and idealistic. Today, Dr. Kornberg says political violence, astronomical campaign costs, relentless fundraising demands, shrinking staff, and centralized party leadership all constrain the ability of new members to legislate and represent their constituents. Social media, while offering new platforms for political expression, has also heightened harassment and fed a performative culture that rewards spectacle over substance.
Kornberg talked with dozens of individuals, examined congressional records, and heard from lawmakers past and present—including Henry Waxman, Toby Moffett, Phil English, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Lauren Underwood. She presents her findings in her new book Stuck: How Money, Media, and Violence Prevent Change in Congress. In it, she chronicles the efforts of congressional reformers over the last 50 years and documents the mounting forces that have kept their reforms from creating meaningful change. Come hear her talk about the sobering portrait that emerged of a legislative body paralyzed by its own internal dynamics.
SPEAKERS
Dr. Maya Kornberg, Ph.D., Senior Research Fellow, NYU Law’s Brennan Center for Justice; Author. Stuck: How Money, Media, and Violence Prevent Change in Congress
Moderator TBA
5 p.m. doors open & check-in5:30–6:30 p.m. program6:30 p.m. book signing(all times Pacific Time)
Photo courtesy the speaker.

The Science of 'Project Hail Mary'
2026-03-26 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Commonwealth Club, 110 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Dr. Maggie Turnbull and Dr. Pascal Lee add some beautiful realism to your personal exploration of Project Hail Mary.

Almost every page of Andy Weir’s latest sci-fi novel, Project Hail Mary, glows with the promise of science and technology. In Weir’s first novel, 2011’s The Martian, the protagonist endures interplanetary travel, and struggles to survive on a harsh new world. However, in Project Hail Mary, the hero faces a far greater challenge: interstellar travel to collaborate with an E.T. in hope of saving an imperiled planet Earth!
Are the science and technology of Project Hail Mary realistic, promising too much, or under promising?
Hear more from Dr. Maggie Turnbull and Dr. Pascal Lee as they add some beautiful realism to your personal exploration of Project Hail Mary.
SPEAKERS
Introduction by: Bill Diamond, President & CEO, SETI Institute
Dr. Maggie Turnbull, Astrobiologist, SETI Institute
Dr. Pascal Lee, Planetary Scientist, SETI Institute
Moderator: Tucker Hiatt, Founding Director of Wonderfest
5:30 p.m. doors open & check-in6–7 p.m. program(all times Pacific Time)
In partnership with The SETI Institute and Wonderfest.
Photos courtesy the speakers.

Monthly San Francisco Politics Club @ Manny's
2026-03-28 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Manny’s, 3092 16th Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103, United States
This month’s topic – ICE raids on immigrants and knowing your rights when confronted by ICE.

The European Union as a Defense Actor
2026-03-31 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | The Institute of World Politics, 1521 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC, 20036, United States
EU Ambassador to the U.S., Jovita Neliupšienė, and EU Defense Attaché discuss Europe’s rising defense role amid Russia’s war.

About the Lecture:
The EU Ambassador to the U.S., Jovita Neliupšienė, and the EU Defense Attaché will address the European Union’s growing role as a key defense actor. Framed within the broader context of EU-U.S. relations and NATO, the discussion will focus on shifting European security concerns, particularly in response to Russian aggression. The conversation will highlight the EU’s strategic perspective and defense dynamics, and showcase its commitment to increased defense spending.

About the Speakers:
Ambassador Jovita Neliupšienė, became the Ambassador of the European Union to the United States on January 1, 2024. Before that, she was a Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania from September 2022, where she was responsible for the coordination of European Affairs, European bilateral and regional issues, as well as national sanctions coordinator. From 2020-2022, she was Vice Minister of Economy and Innovation of Lithuania, tasked with investment and export promotion, international cooperation, including policy coordination of state-owned enterprises, as well as chairing the interagency commission for export control.
In 2020, she held the post of Chancellor and State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania. This position included responsibility for staff coordination, legal and consular affairs. Between 2015-2020, she served as Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Lithuania to the EU. These years were marked by the migration crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic. From 2009-2015, she worked as an advisor and chief foreign policy advisor to the President of the Republic of Lithuania Ms. Dalia Grybauskaite. She was responsible for foreign policy coordination, inter-institutional relations, as well as the role of sherpa/EU advisor, and in this respect took a leading position in preparing and coordinating the Lithuanian presidency of the EU Council in 2013. In 2014, she was awarded the State Decoration Order “For Merit to Lithuania” Commander’s Cross.

Previous to his posting as military attaché for the EU Delegation, Rear Admiral Henning Faltin, served as a German Flotilla Commander and Director of the NATO Centre of Excellence for Operations in Confined and Shallow Waters.

Jennifer Doleac: The Science of Second Chances in Criminal Justice
2026-03-31 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Commonwealth Club, 110 The Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA, 94105, United States
Can small changes result in big results? Come with your questions and find out when Jennifer Doleac joins us in San Francisco.

Jennifer Doleac studies the economics of crime and discrimination. And when she considers criminal justice reform, she’s not only hopeful but actually optimistic that things can improve for the entire system as a whole. In her new book The Science of Second Chances, Doleac lays out her view of how to reduce both crime and incarceration. She draws on cutting-edge economic research and experiments to offer a reform blueprint. She says shifting the incentives that people face can produce dramatic changes in the decisions they make, which can result in significantly fewer people going through the criminal justice system.
From DNA databases that increase the likelihood of catching repeat offenders to leniency programs for first-time defendants, she reveals a series of surprising interventions that she says actually work, along with cautionary tales about great ideas that never panned out. Doleac says we can have both public safety and a smaller, “less intrusive” justice system without waiting for big structural reforms that might never happen.
Can small changes result in big results? Come with your questions and find out when Jennifer Doleac joins us in San Francisco.
SPEAKERS
Jennifer Doleac, Executive Vice President of Criminal Justice, Arnold Ventures; Author, The Science of Second Chances: A Revolution in Criminal Justice
Moderator TBA
5 p.m. doors open & check-in5:30–6:30 p.m. program6:30 p.m. book signing & wine reception(all times Pacific Time)
This program is supported by the Ken & Jaclyn Broad Family Fund.
Photo by Ling Wang Photography; courtesy the speaker.
