This week in policy: 103 events across 28 topicsWeek Ahead
Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 · time not announced
Online

A conversation with leaders from the Digital Inquiry Group and CFR Education about how educators can help students navigate civic life in a global digital environment.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 · time not announced
Online

A workshop on applying merger analysis tools to CDFIs, estimating benefits and odds of success, and accounting for cultural and mission alignment challenges.

TBD
Nov 10, 2026 · time not announced
In Person

Three-day Cross-Cultural Communication course offered by Clingendael Academy; newsletter lists dates but no time details.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 · time not announced
Online

An Artificial General Intelligence simulation presented in partnership with the Aspen Strategy Group and RAND. Date listed as 11/10/2026; no time or timezone provided in the email.

Virtual (book via Google Form)
Nov 10, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (EST) · 23h 59m
Online

Bookable one-on-one office hours with Mary King. The email lists the date (Nov 10) and provides a booking form; specific appointment times are scheduled via the form.

Washington, DC
Nov 10, 2026 @ 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM (EST) · 23h 59m
In Person

Demo Day showcasing five policy projects from the 2026 Science & Technology Policy Fellows on topics including AI governance and cybersecurity, followed by a networking happy hour.

IFRI, 27 rue de la Procession, 75015 Paris; Online (Zoom)
Nov 10, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (CET) · 1h 30m
Hybrid

Hybrid panel discussion on regional cooperation in Central Europe and the future role of the Visegrád Group, with senior policymakers and advisers from France, Austria, Hungary, Czechia, Poland and Slovakia. Working language English with simultaneous French translation. Available online via Zoom or in person at IFRI, Paris.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 @ 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (UTC) · 1h
Online

ECFR webinar presenting a scenario for Germany in 2029 and discussing implications for EU policy and pro-European action in a volatile political environment. Speakers: Anne-Sylvaine Chassany (Financial Times), Jana Puglierin (ECFR), Andreas Rödder; moderated by Piotr Buras. Registration requested.

Central London (venue announced to registrants)
Nov 10, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (GMT) · 1h
Hybrid

Conversation between Hon John Lehman (65th U.S. Secretary of the Navy) and Lord Godson (Director, Policy Exchange), followed by audience Q&A. In-person attendance by registration; the conversation will also be broadcast online and a webinar registration is provided.

The Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9J1
Nov 10, 2026 @ 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM (EST) · 11h
In Person

Full-day, in-person conference examining how Canada’s defence acquisition system must evolve to meet the government's defence policy ambitions. Programming runs 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM local time.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

A live virtual discussion on the implications of Brazil’s October 25 presidential runoff and broader political transitions across Latin America. Panelists include Monica de Bolle, Anabel González, Maurice Obstfeld, and Alejandro Werner, moderated by Anjali V. Bhatt.

1800 K Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20006
Nov 10, 2026 @ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM (EST) · 1h 30m
In Person

In-person panel discussion on how defense industrial cooperation, trade and investment policy, and AI/technology competition are reshaping the U.S.-South Korea alliance. KEI will host speakers from academia, law, and policy. Coffee and refreshments provided.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 @ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

Live special edition of The Science of Politics podcast to break down the 2026 midterm election results with political scientists John Sides, Daron Shaw, Keena Lipsitz, and Matt Grossmann.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

A Quincy Institute webinar featuring Annelle Sheline, Khaled Elgindy, and Akbar Shahid Ahmed in conversation about the book Crossing the Red Line. One-hour virtual book talk with registration required.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

Book talk and discussion of Crossing the Red Line with author Akbar Shahid Ahmed and panelists Khaled Elgindy and Annelle Sheline, hosted by the Quincy Institute. Registration via Zoom required.

Maison de la paix, Geneva, Switzerland
Nov 10, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (CET) · 1h 30m
In Person

A Geneva Security Debate exploring how AI can both benefit and challenge peace and security, with expert discussion on policy implications.

Littauer 166, Harvard Kennedy School
Nov 10, 2026 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (EST) · 1h
In Person

Food for Thought series conversation featuring Laphonza Butler in discussion with Ambassador Nathalie Rayes about coalition-building, representation, and pathways from advocacy to public office. Lunch will be served. Registration requires a valid Harvard email.

Virtual
Nov 10, 2026 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (UTC) · 1h
Online

A CGEP webinar on Germany's exit from nuclear power and implications for energy security, affordability, and European gas demand. Speakers include Anne-Sophie Corbeau, Andreas Goldthau, and Grégoire Roos.

Harvard Kennedy School (study group — Harvard ID required)
Nov 10, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (EST) · 1h
In Person

Study group on leadership, democracy, and the transatlantic alliance with Ambassador Nathalie Rayes and guest Ambassador Mark Brzezinski. Open to Harvard community.

Harvard Kennedy School (study group — Harvard ID required)
Nov 10, 2026 @ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (EST) · 1h
In Person

Study group discussion about civil discourse and democracy featuring Ambassador Kelly Craft and Marc Thiessen. Open to Harvard community with Harvard ID.