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Due to unforeseen illness (is there any other kind?), I have to cancel tonight’s Open Forum at Bar Dupont.
My sincere apologies for any inconvenience but I’m really not fit to leave the house.
Wayne

Next Tuesday, we’re gathering here in DC for a fall Open Forum. If we’re lucky, we’ll get to sit outside and enjoy the nice weather! If you’re interested in communication with government, culture change, community engagement, or general open government implementation; join us for stimulating conversation in a relaxed atmosphere. That’s me in the picture, [...]

I’m excited to announce the Open Forum Foundation’s very first official publication: A Guide to Owning Transparency How Federal Agencies can Implement and Benefit from Transparency This work is based on the in-person discussions hosted during the Focus Forum Owning Transparency: People, Processes, and Technology at the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) on February 18th, 2011 and contains [...]

We’re looking to hire some Remote Engagement Assistants for a really cool gig. With NASA. You know you want it. Here’s the posting: Are you looking to make a difference in the US government? You won’t get to yell at anyone or tell them how much they suck at their job, but if you’re looking to take [...]

I moderated the Collaborative Code Panel at the OpenGovDC Conference on Tuesday and was pleasantly surprised at the focus of the discussion. First, I should say that I was honored to share the stage with Dan McSwain from the FCC, Rob Winikates from the White House, and Nick Skytland from NASA; each of which is doing amazing [...]

Sure, we’ve gotten donations and put on successful events, but for the first time in Open Forum history, we’ve received a grant for work we’re about to do!! It’s pretty exciting, and with any luck, the first of many such announcements this year. So here’s the gist: There’s a nonprofit called the Open Identity Exchange [...]

It is with great joy and excitement that I thank you for your ongoing interest and support in the work of the Open Forum Foundation. Mission: Responsive Government We just completed a five year plan. This is a big step in solidifying our ability to move boldly forward in our mission, both in terms of being [...]