A panel at the 2025 Women in Statistics and Data Science Conference explored invisible and mental health disabilities in statistics, ADA protections, and strategies for creating more inclusive workplaces.
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Data for Good Challenge List: Top Issues and Actions for 2026
The 2026 Stats4Good Challenge List highlights key areas such as pandemic preparedness, deforestation, local data rescue, displaced scientists, and conflict zone analysis for impactful data projects.
Women’s Caucus Supports Inclusive Statistics, Data Science Community
The Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science promotes career advancement, professional visibility, and global collaboration for women in the field through conferences, advocacy, and educational initiatives.
Nominees Sought for International Prize in Statistics
Nominations are now open for the 2027 International Prize in Statistics, a top honor recognizing individuals or teams whose work in statistics has made a major impact on science, technology, and society.
Entries Sought for Statistical Significance Poster Competition
The Scientific and Public Affairs Advisory Committee’s Statistical Significance Poster Competition requires participants to submit a one-page poster and summary to showcase how statistics can improve society.
Nominations Open for AAPOR Achievement Award
Nominate a colleague for this lifetime achievement award, which recognizes individuals who have made exceptional contributions to public opinion theory, research, methods, ethics, or public understanding.
SRMS Announces 2025 Accomplishments, 2026 Executive Members
The Survey Research Methods Section had a busy 2025 with strong JSM programming, awards, outreach, and webinars.
Caucus for Women in Statistics and Data Science to Host Fourth International Day of Women
The fourth International Day of Women in Statistics and Data Science on October 14 will celebrate women’s contributions, mentorship, and diversity through global keynotes and sessions.
September ‘Significance’ Features African Voices in Statistics, Data Science
The September issue features African perspectives on policymaking, education, agriculture, AI, and data-driven solutions to challenges across the continent.
A Century of Washington Statistics
The current president of the Washington Statistical Society reflects on its fluctuating membership, evolving role in a digital age, and continued importance.