The Aspen Institute Courses

Countering Ransomware - Threats to National Security and Infrastructure

Explore strategies to combat ransomware threats, examining recent high-profile attacks and their impact on national security, infrastructure, and individual safety. Learn industry and government responses to this growing cybersecurity challenge.

• YouTube
• 59 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Faithful Resistance - A Racial Justice and Multi-Faith Movement Building Conversation

Interfaith leaders discuss building a multi-faith movement for racial justice, exploring religious pluralism, human dignity, and moral awakening to address systemic inequalities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Aspen Forum on Children and Families 2021 - Building Equitable Pathways for Families

Virtual convening featuring innovative leaders discussing equitable pathways for children and families, covering topics like parent leadership, two-generation approaches, cash assistance, and mindfulness in policy and practice.

• YouTube
• 3 hours 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rebuilding with Care - Advancing Quality Childcare in Rural Places

Explore strategies for strengthening rural childcare systems, addressing challenges exposed by the pandemic, and creating sustainable solutions for working parents and local economies.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Insanity Defense: Confronting Hard National Security Problems - Book Talk with Jane Harman

Jane Harman and Nicholas Burns discuss global security challenges, focusing on Harman's book "Insanity Defense," which examines U.S. national security failures and proposes solutions for a safer future.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Your Table Is Ready - Reopening New York City Food and Hospitality

NYC restaurant owners and industry leaders discuss the pandemic's impact on food services, strategies for recovery, and the future of hospitality in a post-COVID world.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Aloha 'Āina - Food and Land Justice in Hawaii

Explore food and land justice in Hawaii, examining indigenous perspectives, sustainable practices, and cultural connections to promote equitable and resilient food systems.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beyond Invisibility: Centering Asian American Families in Systems and Policy Change - AscendTogether Episode 2

Insights from AAPI leaders on transforming systems and policies in community, health, and philanthropy to advance equity and economic mobility for Asian American families.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Powering Vaccine R&D - The Future of the Global Vaccine R&D Ecosystem

Explore the future of global vaccine research and development, discussing challenges, innovations, and strategies to enhance the R&D ecosystem for improved public health outcomes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 15 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rewriting the Narrative on the American South - A Vision for Montgomery

Explore Mayor Steven Reed's vision for a New American South, focusing on equity, leadership, and Montgomery's transformation in the face of modern challenges.

• YouTube
• 42 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Aloha 'Āina: Food and Land Justice in Hawaii

Exploring Hawaii's food sovereignty, land rights, and cultural restoration efforts through Native Hawaiian perspectives and activism for self-sufficiency and aloha 'āina.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How to Teach Middle School Students to Have Better Arguments

Equipping middle school students with skills for constructive arguments, fostering understanding across differences, and promoting civil discourse in an increasingly divided society.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Beyond the First 100 Days: Leadership and Policy Opportunities for a Sustainable and Inclusive Economy

Explore leadership's role in advancing sustainable, inclusive economies through policy solutions. Examine public expectations, market shifts, and government actions needed for positive change.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

COVID Vaccines and the Return to Life - The Latest on Kids and Teens

Leading experts discuss crucial aspects of COVID-19 vaccines for children and teens, including safety, efficacy, and impact on community health, providing valuable insights for parents and healthcare professionals.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building for the Future: Investing in Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation in Schools - Day 2

Explore opportunities for sustainable school infrastructure with experts and policymakers. Learn about electric school buses and hear from education and environmental leaders on creating resilient, eco-friendly learning environments.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video