This week in policy: 115 events across 28 topicsWeek Ahead
Virtual
Nov 6, 2026 · time not announced
Online

An online webinar on policy playbooks for resource-rich countries managing evolving minerals politics. Date provided (6 Nov 2026); no time specified.

London, United Kingdom
Nov 6, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (GMT) · 23h 59m
In Person

An academic workshop jointly organised by the International Inequalities Institute at LSE and UNU-WIDER to mark SOUTHMOD's 10th anniversary, focusing on fiscal policy in the Global South.

Virtual (book via Google Form)
Nov 6, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (EST) · 23h 59m
Online

Bookable one-on-one office hours with Marcia Burkey. The email lists the date (Nov 6) and provides a booking form; specific appointment times are scheduled via the form.

New York, New York
Nov 6, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (EST) · 23h 59m
In Person

A free public conversation (with LACMA and the Whitney) exploring how young people navigate identities as athletes and artists and what opportunities arise when those roles aren't mutually exclusive.

Rifle, Colorado
Nov 6, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – Nov 8, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (MST) · 2d 23h 59m
In Person

A residential seminar for teens (15–17) from the Roaring Fork and Colorado River valleys focused on leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

Virtual
Nov 6, 2026 @ 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

Live Carnegie Connects conversation hosted by Aaron David Miller with guests S.E. Cupp and Norman Ornstein on the 2026 midterm results and their implications for U.S. politics.

Virtual
Nov 6, 2026 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

An ECFR online discussion on the consequences of the 3 November 2026 US midterm elections for President Trump's administration, American politics, and implications for Europe. Features ECFR research 'Life of the Party' and a panel with Célia Belin, Andrew Day, and Nevada Joan Lee, chaired by Christine Ockrent.

The Forum, Columbia University, New York, NY
Nov 6, 2026 @ 8:30 AM – 12:45 PM (EST) · 4h 15m
In Person

On-campus open house with information on admissions, financial aid, and career pathways. Listed 8:30 am–12:45 pm local time.

Virtual
Nov 6, 2026 @ 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

Live FDD Morning Brief hosted by Natalie Ecanow featuring Max Lesser, streamed on FDD's YouTube channel. Listed in FDD Overnight Brief as occurring at 8:30 a.m. ET on the newsletter date.

Columbia University, New York, NY
Nov 6, 2026 @ 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM (EST) · 10h
In Person

All-day in-person symposium at Columbia University on energy topics. Runs 9:00–19:00 local time.

Middle East Institute, 1763 N St. NW, Washington, DC 20036
Nov 6, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 10:55 AM (EST) · 55m
In Person

First panel of a two-part conference examining naval competition, freedom of navigation, military access and basing, and control of strategic ports and logistics networks in the Mediterranean.

Virtual
Nov 6, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM (UTC) · 45m
Online

A live Carnegie Connects conversation hosted by Aaron David Miller with CNN's S.E. Cupp and AEI emeritus scholar Norman Ornstein discussing the 2026 U.S. midterm results and their implications.

Virtual
Nov 6, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM (UTC) · 45m
Online

Live online conversation (Carnegie Connects) with Aaron David Miller, CNN’s S.E. Cupp, and Norman Ornstein discussing the 2026 U.S. midterm results and implications for U.S. politics and institutions. The session is 45 minutes and available to watch via the provided link.

130 E. Randolph St., Suite 1650, Chicago, IL 60601
Nov 6, 2026 @ 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (CST) · 1h
In Person

Project showcase and celebration of the Chicago Council's Emerging Leaders Class of 2026, highlighting collective impact work from the program.

Washington, DC (exact venue not specified)
Nov 6, 2026 @ 7:00 PM – Nov 7, 2026 @ 6:59 PM (EST) · 23h 59m
In Person

R Street resident fellows Nan Swift and Jeremy Dalrymple will present lightning talks on legislative capacity at an event organized by DC Abundance and the POPVOX Foundation on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026. The email provides the date and a registration link but does not specify time or exact venue.

New Zealand General Election

Posted: Oct 17, 2026
New Zealand
Nov 7, 2026 · time not announced
In Person

New Zealand general election scheduled for November 7, 2026 (reported by Reuters).

Dallas, TX, United States
Nov 7, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – Nov 11, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (CST) · 4d 23h 59m
In Person

NORC staff are listed as presenters at the AMIA Annual Symposium in Dallas.

Antalya, Türkiye
Nov 8, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (UTC+3) · 23h 59m
In Person

Session on 'Transition Materials' (lithium, copper, cobalt, nickel, etc.) and the role of international institutions in ensuring these resources support inclusive, low-carbon development.

Sydney, Australia (invitation-only)
Nov 9, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (UTC+11) · 23h 59m
Hybrid

Invitation-only forum convening senior policymakers, business leaders and international experts to discuss economic resilience across trade, critical minerals, energy and strategic technologies. Speakers include Australian Treasury Secretary Jenny Wilkinson, former US Deputy National Security Advisor Daleep Singh (joining virtually) and RBA Assistant Governor Dr Brad Jones.

COP31, Antalya, Turkey
Nov 9, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – Nov 20, 2026 @ 11:59 PM (UTC+3) · 11d 23h 59m
In Person

Real Instituto Elcano participates in COP31 (Antalya, Turkey) 9–20 Nov 2026 as moderators and panelists in official events and the Spain Pavilion. Multi-day in-person presence at the conference.