Join ACLU of Maryland, Common Cause Maryland, MDDC Press Association, League of Women Voters MD, and the Marylanders for Open Government coalition for a Transparency Summit on Friday, January 20th, from 1-6pm, at the Governor’s Calvert House.
Admission is free, with a reception and mixer taking place at the end of the event.
The Marylanders for Open Government coalition is leading a massive effort for greater transparency and access in every aspect of our government. Access to government data is a fundamental pillar of an effective democracy. And in a 21st century democracy, that means looking at new ways to enable transparency and accountability in government decisions, records and files.
The policy summit will feature panels and short presentation on a range of topics including:
• Participatory budget process;
• Inclusive legislative process;
• Police Accountability;
• Remote Court Access;v and
• Changes to the Maryland Public Information Act.
Featured speakers include Attorney General Anthony Brown, Comptroller-Elect Brooke Lierman, Senator Jill Carter, and more to be announced soon.
Come join for the discussion and learn how to get involved in our collective efforts to ensure transparency in government – as this is key to a healthy, strong, and truly inclusive democracy.
