In this #HKSPolicyCast, HKS's Iris Bohnet & Siri Chilazi say the key to making workplaces fair isn’t changing people, it’s redesigning systems. They explain how to bake fairness into everyday decisions and why traditional DEI efforts can fall short.

A recent event hosted by the @AshCenter convened experts to discuss the growing global influence of an elite group of wealthy and powerful tech leaders—the tech oligarchy—and its implications for the global political economy and democratic governance.

“To move forward as a leader and for my country, I needed stronger negotiation skills.” —@HassanAliJoho.After two @HKSExecEd programs and @HarvardPLC, he promoted transparency and equity, brokering landmark deals between artisanal miners and corporations.

Join HKS Professor Robert Stavins on July 23 at 11 AM ET for a thought-provoking webinar on the economic, scientific, and geopolitical dimensions of climate policy, including carbon pricing and the Paris Agreement. Register here:

After 35+ years in federal acquisition and procurement, Derrick Heard isn’t slowing down in retirement. He’s pursuing HKS's Public Leadership Executive Certificate to lead with purpose in his next chapter: founding Heard Advisory and Consulting.

Christiane Amanpour, the renowned CNN international anchor and reporter, says during extreme times, journalists who don’t take the side of truth and democracy can become “accomplices.” . Listen to her recent #HKSPolicyCast episode:

New online program from @HKSExecEd: Generative AI: How to Use It and Why It Matters.📅 Sept 15–Oct 24 | Self-paced.Led by Sharad Goel, Dan Levy & Teddy Svoronos.✔️ Use AI with confidence.✔️ Understand its risks, limits, & impact.Join our early access list:

Sharpen your decision-making skills with Leadership Decision Making. Led by Faculty Chair Jennifer Lerner, you'll learn to:.✔️ Reduce decision biases.✔️ Communicate risk clearly.✔️ Apply behavioral science & AI insights.✔️ Lead with impact.Apply now:

HKS Professor John Holdren and Arctic Initiative director Jennifer Spence say multiple new threats are endangering both the Arctic’s vital ecosystem and its legacy of fostering international cooperation. Listen to their #HKSPolicyCast episode now:

Research from the Bloomberg Center for Cities at Harvard University examines how the ability to learn from setbacks can help cross-sector collaborations succeed. Read more about how cities can move from spirals of blame to virtuous cycles of learning:

In an era of tightening budgets, governments must choose: cut indiscriminately or cut wisely. Learn how Activity-Based Costing (ABC) enables strategic cost reductions, preserves key services, & strengthens long-term capacity. Join Linda Bilmes on June 26:

Ready to expand your influence in public service? The Public Leadership Executive Certificate offers a flexible path with high-impact programs. Complete 3 programs in 6 years and join a network of changemakers shaping the future of public leadership.

Comparative Tax Policy & Administration provides insights into designing and implementing effective tax systems. Explore tax reform, globalization, and the political economy of taxation through case studies. 📆 Aug 11–22, 2025 | On Campus.Apply by June 16.

Happy #NationalHigherEducationDay! Today, we celebrate the passion, purpose, and determination of our incredible community, from our accomplished alumni to our faculty and staff.

Last week, in the inaugural Commencement address, Dean Jeremy Weinstein centered his remarks on the enduring struggle for better government, while lauding HKS’s global student body.

Join Jay Rosengard for an interactive session on trade tariffs: their rationale, past uses and abuses, and potential impact today. We'll examine potential responses to countervailing duties and retaliatory tariffs. 📆 Monday, June 9 | 10 am EST.Register:

After earning an Economic Development Executive Certificate, Esther Adegunle (@Sstarmoyin) is driving impact across Africa—leading at DAI Nigeria, founding @beyondadegree, and promoting economic literacy through The Brilliant Citizen and the Economist.

Join us on campus July 27–August 1 for Cybersecurity: The Intersection of Policy and Technology, a 1-week program where you'll dive into lectures, case studies, and discussions led by Harvard faculty and cybersecurity experts. Apply by Monday, June 2.

HKS Professor Iris Bohnet and researcher Siri Chilazi say they’ve cracked the data-driven code to help organizations create workplaces that are more fair, more cohesive, and more productive. Listen to their #HKSPolicyCast episode:

Congratulations to David Bohnett on his 2025 TIME100 Philanthropy honor for his dedication to advancing LGBTQ+ leadership in public service. His fellowship has helped 150+ LGBTQ+ leaders attend HKS’s Senior Executives in State & Local Government program.