Hosted by American University’s Democracy Innovation Lab at the Sine Institute of Policy & Politics, the day-long summit will feature panels and discussions examining public trust, democratic leadership, civic participation, and the changing relationship between people and institutions.

Panelists

Moderated by Kwame Alexander, Sine Institute Fellow 2026, bestselling author, Emmy Winning Producer, Founder and CEO of One Word at a Time

MESCHELLE, Comedienne/Actress/Author/Artist/Advocate/Creative Strategist

Shaniece James, Artist

Angie Kim, Novelist

Sara Jones, Musician