In partnership with Mic, The Washington Post is bringing together policymakers, community leaders and legal experts to discuss the issues young people face in the American criminal justice system. They’ll examine efforts to reform prosecution and sentencing, and highlight programs around the country that aim to better support youth.
Upcoming Events
Leading scientists, health-care innovators, patients and policymakers will discuss advances in cancer detection and treatment. They'll examine how the U.S. health-care system is being shaped by a disease that touches the lives of millions, and provide new insights on the host of challenges cancer presents.
Past Events
The Washington Post held a screening of "Miss Sloane" before it hits theaters December 9. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for a cocktail reception. A discussion with film producer Kris Thykier moderated by Washington Post Chief Film Critic Ann Hornaday followed the film.
The Washington Post interviewed V.A. Sec. Robert McDonald to discuss new developments at the V.A., and brought together young veterans to discuss their experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan and their post-war contributions to their jobs, families and communities.
Diplomats, former White House officials and Post opinion writers weighed in on the 2016 presidential election and its implications for party politics, the United States and the world.
James Hohmann interviewed Gary Johnson for 202 Live. They discussed the key issues driving this year's presidential election and what's possible for third-party candidates in America's electoral system.
The Washington Post hosted a final debate pregame at the MGM Grand Las Vegas the night before the final 2016 presidential debate. Food, drinks and diversions were followed by onstage discussions with Post journalists, national political operatives and policymakers who discussed what to expect in the debate, the final weeks of the race and beyond.
Government leaders, business executives and security experts discussed and debated top cybersecurity priorities at the sixth annual summit.
Washington Post columnists and policy experts from the Cato Institute and Brookings Institution previewed the 2016 vice presidential debate and discussed key policy issues.
Policymakers, urban strategists and industry innovators discussed and debated the tech advancements and policies that are shaping cities across the country.
The Daily 202’s James Hohmann spoke one-on-one with the Honorable Tom Vilsack. The former Iowa Governor gave his take on the debate, including how the candidates’ policies and personas are resonating with rural voters.
Educators and policymakers discussed innovative programs and policies aimed at addressing the nation’s technical skills gap and fostering computer science skills in students.
Director of National Intelligence James Clapper and Washington Post columnist David Ignatius discussed the latest global and domestic threats to U.S. national security. This the third program in a series featuring Ignatius in conversation with leaders in national security, intelligence and defense about what’s at stake for the world.
On Sept. 14, The Washington Post looked at advances in sciences and technology that are transforming medicine and examines innovations in finance and health care that could make treatments more affordable and accessible.
America’s criminal justice system is facing widespread calls for reform. On Sept. 13, policymakers, legal experts and activists will discuss efforts to improve policing and public safety, prisons and life for formerly incarcerated people.
The Washington Post set up headquarters in Philadelphia’s Logan Square during the Democratic National Convention. Check out scenes and videos from our week of live events.
We were in the middle of the action on East 4th Street, a few steps away from Quicken Loans Arena. Check out scenes and videos from our week of live events.
On June 14, medical professionals, health practitioners and policymakers examined an evolving health-care system, including the push for more effective, patient-centered care and the implications of data and technology for patients, industry and regulation.
In a year voters are anxious and angry, Washington Post columnist David Ignatius will interview newsmakers in defense, intelligence and national security in live onstage conversations.
On May 18, in Washington, D.C., trailblazers in science, business, and technology explored breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, commercial space travel, education and health care.