Calendar of Events

Past Events

The Growing Role of Europe in Asia: Connecting the Atlantic and the Indo-Pacific
Nov 2, 2021

This event brings together experts on Japan, the European Union, and United States defense issues to examine security cooperation between Atlantic and Pacific powers. [Virtual]
The Rise of Standards-Aligned Materials for K-12 English Language Arts and Mathematics Instruction
Oct 26, 2021

RAND Corporation and EdReports will share new data from a national teacher survey administered in spring 2021 about what instructional materials teachers are using and the factors that may be leading to increases in use of standards-aligned instructional materials across the United States. [Virtual]
Taiwan's Security and the U.S. - Japan Alliance
Oct 14, 2021

This event will explore how Tokyo and Washington perceive the threat Beijing poses to Taipei, how they are considering responding, and the policy options they face for deterring a Chinese use of force. [Virtual]
Prospects for Refugee Returns and Other Durable Solutions to the Global Refugee Crisis
Oct 14, 2021

The global refugee crisis is one of the world’s most pressing and persistent policy problems, and the need to promote durable solutions for refugees, particularly safe and dignified return, has become ever more urgent. In this panel discussion speakers will share perspectives on the factors that influence refugee return. [Virtual]
Transforming Gender Equity in South Korea
Oct 6, 2021

The RAND Corporation Center for Asia and Pacific Policy is organizing a public webinar that will take place on October 6 to convene a multidisciplinary group of opinion leaders, practitioners, and academics to engage in a high-level discussion. [Virtual]
Twenty Years of Service: American Perspectives on What We Owe Veterans
Sep 30, 2021

The RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute will host its inaugural webinar on September 30. How much do Americans value veterans’ service to the country? After 20 years of war, what kind of benefits do veterans deserve? With the end of the war in Afghanistan, these questions are more relevant than ever. [Virtual]
College Education in Prisons: A How-To Guide for Corrections Officials
Sep 16, 2021

RAND's Lois Davis will join a panel discussion on the experiences of corrections officials and higher education experts in launching college programs in prison. The webinar is co-sponsored by the Michelson 20MM Foundation. [Virtual]
Community Response and Resilience to Disaster: Lessons from the COVID-19 Crisis in Sitka, Alaska
Jul 28, 2021

Drawing on the experiences of NGOs in Sitka that were instrumental in addressing emergent challenges in the local community as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, this webinar examined how local, state, and federal governments can improve their collaboration with community-based organizations.
Rethinking How Employers Understand Risk in Background Checks
Jun 16, 2021

Employers use criminal background checks to make hiring decisions, but lack guidance on whether or how to use that information effectively. This workshop brings together policymakers, social scientists, employee advocates, employers, and other thought leaders to discuss these issues. [Virtual]
Do Teachers Perceive That Their Main Instructional Materials Meet the Needs of English Learners (ELs) and Students with Disabilities (SWD)?
Jun 8, 2021

A recent survey examined what K–12 public school teachers think about their instructional materials. This webinar will present survey findings and implications for understanding equitable access to instructional materials for ELs, SWD, and students of color. [Virtual]
Exiting Extremism: What Binds People to Extremist Groups and How Organizations Help Them Leave
Jun 2, 2021

What leads people to join violent extremist groups and how do they become deradicalized? This one-hour webinar will explore the forces that pull individuals to extremist groups, the binds that keep them connected, and why leaving can be so difficult. [Virtual]
Climate Cooperation and Sustainability Initiatives in the UAE
May 4, 2021

At this roundtable discussion, a panel of experts will discuss the United Arab Emirates' climate-related initiatives and multilateral collaborative efforts across the fields of energy, environment, and economic development. [Virtual]
How Teachers and School Leaders Shape Use of Instructional Materials
May 3, 2021

Teachers exercise great autonomy in how they use, modify and supplement their instructional materials. This webinar will present findings on teacher and school leader perceptions of instructional materials during the COVID-19 pandemic. [Virtual]
Changing Unemployment and the Post-Pandemic Workforce
Apr 29, 2021

In this RAND Remote conversation, economist Kathryn Edwards will discuss ways the pandemic is changing how we treat unemployment. She'll describe options for workforce recovery, including drawing women workers back into the labor force. [Virtual]
COVID-19 Vaccine Liability and Compensation in the United States
Apr 16, 2021

Although serious vaccine injuries are very rare, the United States has two federal compensation systems for people who have been harmed from vaccines. In this webinar experts discuss how those who believe they are injured by COVID-19 vaccines can seek compensation for medical costs, work time, and other losses. [Virtual]
A Disarming Mission: A RAND Conversation with William Perry and Tom Collina
Mar 25, 2021

In this RAND Remote conversation, former Secretary of Defense William Perry and Tom Collina, director of policy at Ploughshares Fund, will discuss nuclear executive authority and topics covered in their book, The Button: The New Nuclear Arms Race and Presidential Power from Truman to Trump. [Virtual]
The U.S- Japan Economic Relationship and Views of Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies
Mar 24, 2021

This conference is part of the U.S.-Japan Socioeconomic Policy Exchange event series. It will first set the stage for with a discussion of the importance of the overall development of the U.S.-Japan economic relationship and then delve into the perspectives of blockchain and cryptocurrency experts from the U.S. and Japan. [Virtual]
Partnering with Communities on Puerto Rico Disaster Recovery
Feb 25, 2021

After Hurricanes Irma and Maria struck Puerto Rico in 2017, RAND helped its government develop a comprehensive recovery plan. In this RAND Remote conversation, Marielena Lara and Gabriela Castro will discuss the partnered approach they used to support reconstruction and recovery efforts. [Virtual]
The U.S.-Japan Alliance: Advancing Cooperation on Strategic Technology and Defense
Feb 23, 2021

This two-day conference is part of the ongoing U.S.-Japan Alliance event series. On February 23, speakers will address the next phase in U.S- Japan defense cooperation. On February 25, the focus will be the challenge of building trusted 5G communications networks. [Virtual]
The United States, Japan, and the Rise of Telework during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Feb 4, 2021

As both the U.S. and Japan respond to the COVID-19 pandemic, a major shift has occurred towards support for and use of teleworking as a way to safely continue to engage in certain types of job fields. The growth of telework raises a number of interesting questions about the future of certain types of economic activities in both countries. [Virtual]
High Stakes: Fostering Innovation to Stem the Tide of America's Drug Problems
Jan 28, 2021

In this video conversation, Beau Kilmer will discuss how RAND is identifying and evaluating innovative approaches to tackle some of America's most pressing drug problems and to help strengthen and safeguard communities. [Virtual]
COVID-19 Vaccine Cross-Border Liability and Compensation 
Dec 22, 2020

Join a panel of experts to discuss the challenges in facilitating the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and preventing concerns over liability and compensation from affecting the vaccine supply chain and the uptake of the vaccine by the public. [Virtual]
RAND Behavioral Finance Forum 2020
Oct 29, 2020

The RAND Behavioral Finance Forum brings together academic, financial, and government leaders to share cutting-edge behavioral research in financial decisionmaking. The 2020 annual conference will take place online on October 14, 23, and 29. [Virtual]
Opioid Litigation: What's New and What Does It Mean for Future Litigation?
Oct 22, 2020

More than 2,000 plaintiffs have now joined the largest civil trial in U.S. history: National Prescription Opiate Litigation (MDL 2804). In this virtual event, a distinguished group of attorneys, judges, and scholars will discuss the opioid litigation and its impacts on the future of mass litigation. [Virtual]
Tackling an Evolving Pandemic
Oct 22, 2020

In this video conversation, Jennifer Bouey will discuss RAND's rapid COVID-19 response, including insights and analysis to help strengthen and safeguard communities, rethink and retool institutions, and determine the best ways forward. [Virtual]

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