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Alliance of Civic Technologists
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A community dedicated to connecting and supporting all #volunteer #civictech efforts across the nation!

🌐 civictechnologists.org
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beta.nyc
Our very own Noel Hidalgo and Jazzy Smith shared BetaNYC's story with RoadtripNation in Tech for Us, a docuseries that explores how people from all kinds of backgrounds can shape the future of technology.

Watch now: bit.ly/3GKzt8c
BetaNYC's Noel Hidalgo and Jazzy Smith stand side by side. Noel is wearing an orange and grey printed top and glasses, while Jazzy is wearing a black top with white floral prints.
August 20, 2025 at 2:25 PM
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Digital decay, disappearing data, broken links: why it matters and what we can do.

📖 Join our upcoming #booktalk on PRESERVING GOVERNMENT INFORMATION. Co-hosted by @authorsalliance.bsky.social

📅 Thurs Aug 28
🕙 10 AM PT /1 PM ET
📍 ONLINE
🎟️ www.eventbrite.com/e/1513557303...

#preservation
Cover of the book Preserving Government Information: Past Present, and Future, by James A, Jacobs and James R. Jacobs.
August 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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floridainnovation.bsky.social
📣 Join us at @chihacknight.org on August 5!

@nicolekdan.bsky.social will discuss CityCamp 2025 — a global, community-driven “unconference” movement focused on civic innovation and collaboration, coming this September from @civictechallies.bsky.social.

Learn more: chihacknight.org/events/2025/...
July 30, 2025 at 7:38 PM
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"Technology has become the spinal cord of government. ... Just look at DOGE's approach. When they began cutting across the government, where did they go first? Not to policy offices, not to secretary suites, not to planning departments. They went directly to the levers of IT systems and operations."
Revisiting the Origins of Civic Tech
In an era of DOGE, what can we learn from a different approach to tech and government
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July 21, 2025 at 8:17 PM
civictechallies.bsky.social
ACT + @altusds.altgov.info = a force for good #civictech.

We're teaming up to amplify the voices of public servants and technologists across the US! Get to know their work, stories and the threats their facing.

📬 Know Your Rights. Hold the Line. ➡️ altusds.substack.com/p/know-your-...
Know Your Rights. Hold the Line.
As things escalate in LA, our team is gathering vital resources for staying safe, smart, and standing up for our neighbors. A government of the people shouldn't treat its people as the enemy.
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July 23, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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beta.nyc
Our newsletter is a love letter to NYC’s civic tech community—delivered weekly. It helps you stay informed, inspired, and connected to public interest technology work across the city.

If it’s been useful to you, now’s the time to support it. Visit www.beta.nyc/support-us-n... 🚫 👑
Two t-shirts lay side by side, one olive green and one deep red, featuring a bold white graphic that mimics a New York City parking sign. The design reads “NO KING ANY TIME” with double-headed arrows pointing left and right at the bottom. Below are the logos for BetaNYC and alfredtwu.com.
July 22, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Hey #civictech friends in Eugene! 👋🏽 Looking for a space to unwind, chat about all things tech, connect with the community, and collaborate? Join #OpenEugene's Tech Tuesday at PLAY Eugene.

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Tech Tuesday at PLAY Eugene, Tue, Jul 22, 2025, 5:30 PM | Meetup
**NEW LOCATION: PLAY Eugene** Join the @EugeneTech community every Tuesday and support downtown businesses by having a drink at Play Eugene. Food is available at the food
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July 22, 2025 at 8:02 AM
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💻 Ready to build better tech for the public good? Join @codeforboston.bsky.social's Virtual Weekly Hack Night this Tuesday at 7 PM ET!✨

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Virtual Weekly Hack Night, Tue, Jul 22, 2025, 7:00 PM | Meetup
Code for Boston is now running In-Person and Zoom meetups every first and third Tuesday starting June 3rd 2025. Other Tuesdays are virtual only for now. We also offer new m
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July 22, 2025 at 1:14 AM
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beta.nyc
CityCamp NYC is here, and we need you! 📣

We're looking for passionate volunteers to help make this community-powered public interest tech event a success. There’s a role for everyone!

Join us and be part of something special. ❤️

Learn more and apply: www.citycamp.nyc/volunteer/
Graphic with the text “call for volunteers!” in bold blue letters at the top. Below is a black-and-white drawing of a megaphone with the URL “www.citycamp.nyc/volunteer” written on it. Radiating lines around the megaphone suggest sound or attention. At the bottom, orange text reads “apply by august 7th.” Logos for BetaNYC and CityCamp NYC are in the bottom corners.
July 18, 2025 at 11:00 PM
civictechallies.bsky.social
Welcome #CivicTechDC, to the #ACTnetwork! 🎉 Join their Civic Hack DC 2025 event on 7/26 to build tools for federal transparency: www.civictechnologists.org/2025/07/july... #CivicTech
ACT Newsletter July 2025: Director’s Update, New Board, New Member, Network Roundup, Upcoming Events
Director’s Update
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July 15, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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📰 #ACTnewsletter July 2025 is here! Read the latest #civictech news, like our new board, new member, Civic Hack DC 2025 and more! Dive in 👉🏽
ACT Newsletter July 2025: Director’s Update, New Board, New Member, Network Roundup, Upcoming Events
Director’s Update
www.civictechnologists.org
July 15, 2025 at 8:03 AM
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Thank you for the writeup, SF Examiner!

www.sfexaminer.com/news/the-cit...
Meet the man mobilizing techies for civic causes
Francis Li leads SF Civic Tech during turbulent times.
www.sfexaminer.com
July 10, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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For over a decade, SF Civic Tech has worked to mobilize The City's technology talent for local civic causes.
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July 6, 2025 at 5:59 PM
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The Alliance of Civic Technologists (@civictechallies.bsky.social) will be hosting our first Congress event NEXT SATURDAY! This will be a free virtual half-day unconference to talk about #civictech volunteering at street level.

www.eventbrite.com/e/alliance-o...
Alliance of Civic Technologists Congress
Mark your calendars for the first-ever Alliance of Civic Technologists’s ACT Congress on Saturday, June 28, 2025!
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June 20, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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On this #Juneteenth, we reflect, connect, and build. Join us tonight at 6PT/9ET for our Spring Social, a #civictech hangout open to all.

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Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Alliance of Civic Technologists Spring Social. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.
Join the Alliance of Civic Technologists for our Spring Social! We'll use the hour to hang out, catch up, share our wins, and what's happening with our groups around the country. This meeting is open ...
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June 19, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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📢 Open Fresno is repping #Fresno and the #CentralValley in @civictechallies.bsky.social inaugural #ACTCongress & you can join us! Let's put Fresno #civictech on the map. Sign up & connect 👇🏽
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Alliance of Civic Technologists Congress
Mark your calendars for the first-ever Alliance of Civic Technologists’s ACT Congress on Saturday, June 28, 2025!
www.eventbrite.com
June 18, 2025 at 12:46 AM
civictechallies.bsky.social
🛡️ Going to a protest? Protect your privacy before you show up.
📱 Disable biometrics, use Signal, and turn off location tracking.
🚫 Don't bring devices you don't need.

More tips via @wired.com 👉🏽 www.wired.com/story/the-wi...

#CivicTech #Privacy #ProtestTips #DigitalSafety
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance
Donald Trump has vowed to deport millions and jail his enemies. To carry out that agenda, his administration will exploit America’s digital surveillance machine. Here are some steps you can take to…
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June 8, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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What's an unconference?

It's a participant-driven event where you help shape the agenda.

No panels. No gatekeeping. Just ideas that matter.

#CivicTech #Unconference
June 8, 2025 at 5:53 AM
civictechallies.bsky.social
✊🏽 Thinking of joining a protest?

You *have the right* to:
✔️ March in public spaces
✔️ Record police & public officials
✔️ Stay silent if detained

‼️ don't forget: cops can't confiscate or delete your phone data without a warrant.

More from the ACLU 👉🏽 www.aclu.org/know-your-ri...
Know Your Rights | Protesters’ Rights | ACLU
The First Amendment protects your right to assemble and express your views through protest. However, police and other government officials are allowed to place certain narrow restrictions on the…
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June 8, 2025 at 1:27 AM
civictechallies.bsky.social
The June #ACTNewsletter is out now! Stay updated on #civictech news, events, and insights. Like our upcoming #ACTCongress, board elections, @floridainnovation.bsky.social Civic Hack Day, and #OpenAustin Civic Data Fellowship. Read it here: www.civictechnologists.org/2025/06/june...
June 5, 2025 at 2:54 PM
civictechallies.bsky.social
📢 Big news! #ACTCongress is happening June 28! 🎉

Our first-ever virtual #unconference, shaped by YOU. We'll hold our first board election, vote on the budget, & dive into participant-led sessions on our #civictech community's future.

RSVP on Eventbrite!
www.eventbrite.com/e/alliance-o...
Alliance of Civic Technologists Congress
Mark your calendars for the first-ever Alliance of Civic Technologists’s ACT Congress on Saturday, June 28, 2025!
www.eventbrite.com
May 29, 2025 at 2:02 AM
civictechallies.bsky.social
Kudos to @sfcivictech.bsky.social for holding their first in-person event since before the quarantine! A star panel of #civictechallies shared personal experiences and insights on key #civictech work. Missed it? Watch the recording here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=eMrW...
Civic Tech in San Francisco: Meet the Experts, See the Projects, Join the Work
YouTube video by SF Civic Tech
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May 22, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Mark your calendars now: join Florida Community Innovation’s Civic Hack Day!

🗓 Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025

🕚 Time: 11 AM – 5 PM ET

📍 Location: Online via Zoom

🔗 Register and learn more here: floridainnovation.org/events
May 8, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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We finally got our union made stickers for the @civictechallies.bsky.social!

If you want to support our work - make a donation here and we'll send you a sticker! Include your email in the donation note and we'll reach out!

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#civictech
April 25, 2025 at 6:46 PM