GCSP leadership course (#LIMPACT) focused on leading and influencing with impact, 6–15 October 2026. Designed for mid-to-senior level professionals seeking to enhance leadership skills.

Stanford's annual DEFCON conference (4th edition). Multi-day conference; register via the Stanford DEFCON site.

In-depth discussion with the Commander of the Air Force Test Center about how the Air Force is modernizing across major mission areas. Registration link provided in the newsletter.

A moderated, in-person public conversation on the future of the Australia–US alliance in the age of Trump, part of a national series hosted by the United States Studies Centre. The Sydney leg features Professor Benjamin Reilly and will be held under Chatham House Rule.

In-person event exploring how Europe can build alliances and defend its interests in a chaotic geopolitical environment, featuring Mark Leonard and Nathalie Tocci and chaired by Stefano Feltri.

A live online conversation marking three years after the October 7 attacks, examining impacts on Israel, Gaza, regional dynamics, and U.S.-Israeli relations. Hosted by Aaron David Miller with panelists Daniel Byman, Shira Efron, and Jaser AbuMousa.

Virtual webinar on strategic litigation and advancing LGBTQI+ rights through the courts, presented by WAPPP.

Rick Levy and Gladys Cisneros discuss how unions, policymakers, and international institutions are responding to economic change and implications for workers domestically and abroad. Harvard sign-up required.

An Energy Policy Seminar with Michael Skelly, CEO of Grid United, in conversation with Professor Joe Aldy about transmission infrastructure and renewable energy development; includes moderated discussion and Q&A. In-person attendance requires a Harvard ID and Zoom access is available.

A Nerds of the Roundtable session on the Distributed Space Age hosted by Stanford FSI. Scheduled for Oct 6, 2026 from 10:00–11:00am local time.

A Columbia event on the environmental, social, and energy impacts of data centers, focusing on epistemological and observational perspectives.

Hybrid panel on the future of the Southern Ocean and the path to agreement on protecting its biodiversity. Speakers include Ashlan Gorse Cousteau, Claire Christian (ASOC), and Benjamin N. Gedan (Stimson). Organized by the Stimson Center on Oct 6, 2026 from 2:00–3:00 PM US Eastern.

Rally for Liberty drinks reception at the Conservative Party Conference with speeches from Conservative MPs and a chance to network. Speakers listed in the email; refreshments provided.

Final session of the three-part study group led by David Patel exploring Sunni–Shi'a sectarian dynamics and regional implications.

Don Lemon discusses media access to the White House and related issues with Chris Whipple. Panel aimed at unpacking press–presidency relations ahead of elections. Livestream available.

A webinar discussion with Amos Harel examining causes and consequences three years since October 7. Registration available on the FSI events page.

Virtual book talk featuring Arindrajit Dube and Carrie Joy Grimes on policy approaches to economic security for working families.

Starter course for the Aspen Policy Academy covering the basics of the policy process and the six steps of policy impact.

A CIS lunch event featuring economist Ian Harper discussing cash rates and monetary policy following recent RBA decisions.

Third lecture in The Canadian Standard of Living: Productivity and Innovation series. Armine Yalnizyan discusses how technological innovation is shaping Canada’s long-term productivity and how social challenges such as inequality affect growth. Event is offered in a hybrid format.