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With one month left until a new year, the Aspen Institute would like to extend its gratitude for following and supporting our diverse, vital work. Our programs continue to make an impact around the world:
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The Energy & Environment Program is working with more than 30 global companies to accelerate zero-emissions marine shipping via the 2040 Ambition Statement and the Zero Emission Maritime Buyers Alliance, with support from Amazon, IKEA, Patagonia, and Tchibo, among others.
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Through the Aspen Presidents Fellowship, Russell Lowry-Hart led Amarillo College to increase its graduation rate by over 20 percent in just four years by mandating tutoring, shifting to 8-week courses, and providing comprehensive wraparound supports to low-income students. This fellowship is part of the Institute's College Excellence Program.
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The Aspen Financial Security Program recently convened over 50 leaders in financial services, technology, and consumer advocacy to inform the creation of a first of its kind U.S. National Financial Inclusion Strategy by the U.S. Treasury Department.
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We invite you to dive deeper into more of the amazing work of our programs by reading an article, attending an event, or even donating to our annual fund. Your support helps us continue making an impact on these focus areas and more. Thank you again and best wishes to you and your loved ones this holiday season!
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Aspen Security Forum
In Person, Washington, DC | Thursday, December 7
Domestic and foreign government officials, business executives, leading academics, and noted journalists will convene to discuss solutions to the most pressing national security and foreign policy challenges of our time.
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Reimagining the Business-Labor Playbook for the 21st Century
Virtual | Friday, December 8 from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm ET
Hear from a new wave of business leaders who understand they need to reimagine their relationship with organized workers and from the leader of the biggest federation of unions, who is ready to innovate and work together with business to achieve shared prosperity.
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Open Science and the Case Study of War-Torn Ukraine
Virtual | Tuesday, December 12 from 12:00 - 1:15 pm ET
Learn how Ukraine’s research community and government agencies are progressing and producing success stories in an extremely challenging environment.
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Aspen Ideas: Climate
In Person, Miami Beach, FL | March 11 – 13, 2024
Aspen Ideas: Climate is a solutions-focused event designed for the public to interact with and learn from climate leaders whose ideas and actions are critical to address our collective future.
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Honoring Excellence at the 39th Annual Awards Dinner
This year’s awards gathered the Aspen Institute's supporters and celebrated the exceptional achievements of honorees receiving the 2023 Henry Crown Leadership Award and Public Service Award. Read more about the awardees and how you can support the Aspen Institute’s mission for a more just and equitable society.
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White House Tribal Youth Forum Gathers Native Changemakers
The White House and Nike N7, alongside the Center for Native American Youth at the Aspen Institute, gathered high-level administration officials, special guests from Nike N7, and Native youth to discuss a variety of topics and the intersections of mental health for Native youth. Read more about the event.
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2023 Aspen Cyber Summit Tackles Innovation, Security, and More
Earlier this month, experts from business, state and federal government, and civil society took the stage for the 2023 Aspen Cyber Summit. Organized by Aspen Digital, the Summit spurs dialogue and momentum to act on the emerging technology and cybersecurity challenges of today and tomorrow including generative AI, elections, disinformation, and outer space. You can watch the event recording here.
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2024 Aspen Words Literary Prize Longlist Announced
This year’s longlist features 14 works of fiction from a dynamic group of authors, including four debut voices. Each sheds light on an important contemporary issue. Read more about the writers and their work.
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Podcast Miniseries Features Voices of Aspen Ideas
The podcast Forces For Good released a six-episode miniseries recorded live at the Aspen Ideas Festival. Each episode touches on how the Institute moves the needle on societal and environmental challenges.
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Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Announces 150 Institutions Eligible for 2025
The College Excellence Program’s Aspen Prize, dubbed the "Oscars for great community colleges" by President Obama, honors colleges with outstanding achievement in a number of critical areas, from degree completion to equity for students of color and students from low-income backgrounds. This year’s eligibility announcement has garnered widespread local news coverage spanning west Texas, Indiana, central California, and beyond, showcasing the potential of America's community colleges as drivers of prosperity and social mobility.
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