Mon.Sep 09, 2024

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Small-Town Tech: How Modest Municipalities Do More with Less

State Tech Magazine

The U.S. is a country of small cities and towns. A staggering 96% of all incorporated places had populations under 50,000 as of 2020, according to the Census Bureau. Of the nearly 20,000 incorporated cities and towns in the U.S., 76% have fewer than 5,000 people. All cities face talent shortages, a worsening cyberthreat landscape and the ongoing need for IT modernization.

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Proof of Workforce Foundation and Careers In Government Inc. Launch Groundbreaking Partnership to Integrate Bitcoin into Public Sector Employment

Careers in Government

The partnership will focus on innovative strategies for attracting and retaining talent in the public sector. The post Proof of Workforce Foundation and Careers In Government Inc. Launch Groundbreaking Partnership to Integrate Bitcoin into Public Sector Employment appeared first on Careers in Government.

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3 Technology Trends That Improve Hybrid Work for Federal Agencies

FedTech Magazine

Whether an organization is hybrid or fully remote, having a digital-first culture and strategy for collaboration is a wise move for ensuring employees are able to do their work in any setting, at any time. This means prioritizing tools and technology that enable an agency to create a digital experience that is scalable, secure, reliable and cost-effective. 1.

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Why Federal Down Payment Assistance and Closing Cost Reform Are Two Sides of the Same Coin

The Stoop (NYU Furman Center)

Currently, there are over 2,000 down payment assistance (DPA) programs nationwide. These programs, which are aimed at assisting first-time homebuyers (FTHBs), are primarily run by state and local governments as well as non-profit organizations. 1 It’s worth noting that there is no tradition of a major federal DPA program, nor is one in place today.

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A Guide For City Managers & CAOs to Achieve Operational Excellence

This guide addresses the unique operational challenges faced by smaller municipalities, such as limited resources, budget constraints, and diverse community needs. By leveraging digital tools, City Managers and Municipal Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) can streamline workflows, enhance communication, and improve service delivery. The guide covers identifying operational challenges, choosing the right software, and implementing digital solutions.

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The Importance of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Grant Proposals

Grant Training Center

In the world of grant writing, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential components for successful and impactful grant proposals. Government and foundation grants are increasingly prioritizing these values, recognizing that projects reflecting diverse perspectives and equitable practices can lead to more innovative and effective outcomes.

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EIGHT WAYS TO WRITE FOR IMPACT

Barrett & Greene

Back in March, in collaboration with Donald F. Kettl professor emeritus and former dean of the University of Maryland School of Public Policy, we wrote a book titled “The Little Guide to Writing for Impact” (Rowman & Littlefield, 2024) The goal of the book was to help academically-trained writers communicate in a way that will make it more likely that practitioners, policy-makers, legislators, legislative staff and the general public will read what they’ve written – and ideally take actions

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Safeguarding Public Sector Data with Trusona Passkey Authentication

CarahCast

Listen to the Trusona passkey authentication podcast to learn from cybersecurity experts as they discuss robust phishing defense tactics and passwordless authentication solutions. Explore how your organization can leverage advanced password security software to enhance sign-in processes, effectively mitigating the evolving risks of GenAI by detecting impersonation fraud and account takeover attacks early.