announcement for a webinar hosted by dataindex.us — Take Action: How to Write a Public Comment on Federal Data — to be held Mar. 20, 2026 at 1PM ET

Ever wondered whether public comments actually matter—or how data advocates use them strategically? Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at how regulatory advocacy really works. We’ll cover how public comments and sign-on letters can help shape federal data and policy, build alignment within movements, and even energize supporters. You’ll leave with practical tips on what makes a comment effective—and when it’s better to organize a comment drive, write a technical comment, or rally a coalition. To stay up to date on public comment opportunities, check out Take Action.

Register here for the webinar on Friday, March 20, 2026, from 1-1:30 PM ET.

Speakers:

  • Meghan Maury, former Senior Advisor for Data Policy, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy

  • Denice Ross, former U.S. Chief Data Scientist

This webinar is hosted by dataindex.us