Ways to Boost Your Intern Experience During a Government Shutdown
Just because your Congressional internship may be on hold during the government shutdown does not mean the learning and networking needs to stop! Check out some tips and helpful resources below to help you stay ahead of the curve and ready to return to the office.
This year is strength training, not a marathon
Offices that treat major casework crises as learning opportunities consistently emerge stronger. This week’s Casework Navigator explores how adapting under pressure builds resilience—and what caseworkers can learn from today’s wave of constituent challenges.
The Spookiest Season of All
From managing casework and using AI wisely to boosting staff morale this spooky season, the latest Future-Proofing Congress features tips for staying effective during the government shutdown. Plus, insights on House Digital Services’ Case Compass, global AI trends, and upcoming Hill events.
When the Pay Stops but the Work Continues: Supporting Hill Staff in a Shutdown
During a shutdown, Congressional staff may work without pay or face furloughs. Offices can support employees by providing resources that help staff manage financial stress and uncertainty.
When Legislators Meet AI
Inside the Athens Democracy Forum’s two-day Parliamentary Caucus on technology, trust, and the future of representation
Top 5 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid as a Legislative Staffer Using a GenAI LLM
Generative AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini can be powerful assistants for Congressional and Parliamentary staff — but only if used correctly. This guide breaks down five common mistakes legislative professionals make when using AI for research, drafting, and casework, and offers practical tips for getting accurate, useful results while maintaining sound judgment and oversight.
POPVOX Foundation Presents Inaugural Digital Parliaments Project Innovator Award to Caribbean Parliamentary Leaders
POPVOX Foundation presented the inaugural Digital Parliaments Project Innovator Award to Caribbean parliamentary leaders at the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference, honoring those driving digital transformation and collaboration across regional legislatures.
Shutdown but not out
Key shutdown impacts on agency services, resources for federal employees and contractors, new developments in casework data and oversight, and more!
On Missing Imagination
Reflections from the Athens Democracy Forum on AI, democracy, and the courage to rethink political institutions
With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility
This month’s Future-Proofing Congress dives into staff safety, burnout, AI innovation, and small wins that keep the Hill moving forward.
Seeing Parliaments as Spaces and Places
This month’s Modern Parliament highlights global innovations in citizen engagement—from AI ministers and virtual parliaments to the new "Parliament as a Space and Place" guide, cookbooks, and more.
Shutdown Planning, Security Information, and H-1B Fun
Shutdown planning, safety tips for staff, H-1B updates, and more in this week’s Casework Navigator newsletter. Plus, our rescheduled Consumer Protection webinar with Erie Meyer this Thursday!
Innovation in Action: Highlights from the 2025 Congressional Hackathon
The 2025 Congressional Hackathon brought Members of Congress, staff, technologists, and students together at the US Capitol for a day of collaboration, big announcements, and inspiring solutions from the next generation of innovators working to modernize Congress.
FedManager: Platform Gives Departing Feds a Voice on Bottlenecks Between Congress, Agencies
POPVOX Foundation launched a platform called “Departure Dialogues” to hear from former federal employees about the frustrations they’ve seen through their years of service, and take that knowledge to better implement policies and make government work better.
The Promise of Politics in the Age of AI
At the Global Gathering in Portugal, voices from 144 countries explored AI accountability, digital democracy, and community-driven innovation as part of a renewed vision for politics in the age of AI.
POPVOX Foundation Welcomes Yulianna Acuña
POPVOX Foundation welcomes new intern Yulianna Acuña. Yulianna is a senior at New York University majoring in International Relations and Latin American Studies.
What we did over our summer vacation
We’re back! ICYMI: A recap of AI “summer camp” for Congressional staff, the launch of Departure Dialogues for departing federal employees, and new writing on why casework insights struggle to reach decision-makers. Plus: the House Digital Service’s release of a unified casework taxonomy, a major step toward better tools and national dashboards for constituent services.
What Citizens’ Assemblies Can Teach Legislatures
As democracies grapple with declining trust, Marjan H. Ehsassi highlights the promise and pitfalls of citizens’ assemblies. Ahead of the Athens Democracy Forum, she explores how well-designed assemblies can amplify citizen voice, build social cohesion, and give legislatures political cover to tackle tough issues.
Federal News Network: When feds leave, a new project makes sure their wisdom doesn’t walk out the door with them
POPVOX Foundation Managing Director Anne Meeker appeared on The Federal Drive with Terry Gerton to discuss the launch of Departure Dialogues.
POPVOX Foundation Celebrates Launch of House Digital Services Unified Casework Data Schema
POPVOX Foundation commends the House of Representatives on its release of a unified data schema for Congressional casework tracking and analysis. This groundbreaking work will transform how Congress learns from constituent experiences and identifies systemic challenges in federal agency operations.