government data

Ensuring an Inclusive Census with the Power of Faith Leaders

Strong networks and relationships are inherent in many faith communities, where leaders are seen as trustworthy sources of information.

In Search of “Good” Rural Data: Measuring Rural Prosperity

Data drives policy development. But many datasets fall short in representing rural realities. Given the increasing attention to rural areas in public policy and popular discourse, along with notable trends disadvantaging rural places—persistent poverty and global economic shifts—this search for “good” rural data is timely.

Hill Briefing Highlights Implications of BLS Contingent Worker Supplement

The Future of Work Initiative hosted a briefing Wednesday to discuss the findings and implications of the 2017 Contingent Worker Supplement (CWS). The event highlighted the need for a comprehensive understanding of the labor market in order to develop effective policies for workers.

Five Takeaways from the 2017 Contingent Worker Supplement

Yesterday’s release of the 2017 Contingent Worker Supplement (CWS) provides the first government numbers on contingent and alternative work arrangements in thirteen years. Here are our five top takeaways from these new numbers.

Nine Things to Know Before the 2017 Contingent Worker Supplement is Released

Tomorrow’s release of the 2017 Contingent Worker Supplement (CWS) will provide the first government estimate of contingent and alternative work in 13 years. Here are nine things to keep in mind about the new data.

Where (Open) Data Goes to Die

At its best, open data should strive to further our understanding of how our governments operate.