Digital Access Research Forum
The forum will highlight the latest research on digital access, as well as emerging methodologies and best practices in the sector.
This in-person event brings together academics, researchers, community development practitioners and policymakers for impactful conversations around digital access research in areas such as:
- Program evaluation and outcomes measurement.
- Benefits of digital access interventions in communities.
- Economic and labor market implications.
Sept. 16–18, 2025
Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
1 Memorial Drive
Kansas City, MO 64198
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Attendees can register for one, two or all three days. Day 1 offers pre-forum workshops tailored for practitioners, state broadband offices and policymakers. Day 2 and Day 3 are the main forum sessions for all audiences.
Find agenda details on the tabs for each day.
Early-bird pricing is available through July 18. Registration closes Sept. 4.
| Registration options | Early bird | Regular registration |
| All 3 days | $155 | $200 |
| Day 1 only (workshops) | $30 | $50 |
| Days 2 and 3 only (main forum) | $125 | $150 |
These workshops offer hands-on learning experiences. Topics include sourcing and leveraging both quantitative and qualitative data, as well as practicing effective facilitation techniques. Check back in late June for details on sessions and speakers.
| Tuesday, Sept. 16 | |
| 11:30 a.m. | Lunch and networking |
| 12:30 p.m. | Welcome remarks |
| 1:00 p.m. | Plenary |
| 2:15 p.m. | Break |
| 2:30 p.m. | Workshops |
| 4:00 p.m. | Workshops end |
Check back in late June for details on sessions and speakers.
| Wednesday, Sept. 17 | |
| 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m. | Welcome and opening remarks |
| 9:15 a.m. | Plenary |
| 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 11:00 a.m. | Keynote |
| Noon | Lunch and plenary |
| 1:30 p.m. | Breakout sessions |
| 3:00 p.m. | Break |
| 3:30 p.m. | Breakout sessions |
| 5:00 p.m. | Reception and poster session |
| 6:30 p.m. | Reception ends |
Check back in late June for details on sessions and speakers.
| Thursday, Sept. 18 | |
| 8:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m. | Welcome |
| 9:15 a.m. | Breakout sessions |
| 10:45 a.m. | Break |
| 11:00 a.m. | Breakout sessions |
| 12:30 p.m. | Lunch and plenary |
| 1:30 p.m. | Closing remarks |
| 2:00 p.m. | Forum ends |
For more information
Contact Kassandra Huhn with any questions.