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Excited to share a new video that CivicActioner Jonathan Bourland put together: “How to Contribute to the Open Python Directory.” 🎉 If you’ve been curious about getting started with open-source contributions, this walkthrough is a clear, practical guide, from finding issues to…

🌟 Celebrating CivicActioner Contributions in #OpenNovember! 🌟 We’re thrilled to recognize CivicActioner Dan Feder for his meaningful contributions to the DCAT‑US project. His commits not only help refine the standard for describing federal datasets, but also advance the…

🌍 Talking Drupal: Drupal Goes to the U.N. Exciting to see CivicActioner @mgifford representing CivicActions in this week’s @TalkingDrupal episode. The conversation dives deep into how open source supports global collaboration and digital sovereignty, featuring insights from…

This #OpenNovember, we’re highlighting how open technologies like Python help make government systems more transparent, secure, and collaborative. In our latest Medium blog, Tom Camp (Security & Compliance Engineer) and Jonathan Bourland (Associate Director of Drupal) share why…

#VeteransDay is today. At CivicActions, we are grateful for the veterans who have dedicated their lives to protecting our country. Working with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has deepened our gratitude, compassion, and awe for the sacrifice and service by our nation's…

Accessibility Tip of the Week: Ensure everyone creating digital tools or content has an accessibility extension installed in their browser. It should be easy to use WAVE, Accessibility Insights, or Siteimprove for everyone. tinyurl.com/a11yCA #a11y

Here’s a great #OpenNovember tip from Open Champion Daniel Mundra: If you use a library or tool on GitHub and notice an issue, have feedback, or find a bug, create an issue to share your experience. You can also start a discussion if the project has that feature enabled. Every…

“By embedding product thinking into acquisition training, participants don’t just learn a new framework — they practice it.” -Traci Walker on the DITAP Refresh adaptation, DITAP for Product Thinking and Acquisitions 📖 Read the full Q&A with Traci: medium.com/civicactions/d……

Looking for a great place to get started contributing to the Digital Commons this #OpenNovember? Check out this short demo on how to contribute to a Drupal module. Share this video with the open community to grow contributions to the digital commons! vimeo.com/1132633409

Accessibility Tip of the Week: Check your forms. So often forms are overlooked. They may get changed over time and someone may forget to include a label. Dynamic elements may not be available with a keyboard or while zoomed in. tinyurl.com/a11yCA #a11y

As new global accessibility regulations like the European Accessibility Act (EAA) take effect, the digital landscape is entering a new era of inclusion. These changes aren’t just about compliance; they’re about opportunity. In his latest post on Drupal.org,…

Modern leadership in government means empowering teams to take smart risks and deliver real outcomes. That’s the foundation of DITAP Strategy for Executive Leaders, part of the DITAP Refresh led by CivicActions. The program helps senior leaders move from process-focused…

So great to see CivicActioners Kelly Smith and Dave Pickett on this episode of @TalkingDrupal! #FOSS Listen now: talkingdrupal.com/525 Episode Topics Include: Designing for Drupal: Challenges and Insights Site Builder Certification Journey Starting the Journey: Taking the…

✨ Investing in the people who power digital government. “The DITAP Refresh equips acquisition professionals, product managers, and CORs to meet the digital delivery challenges of the decade ahead. It’s a timely investment in the people who shape how government buys and builds…

The CivicActions design team is known for bringing creativity, precision, and deep expertise to every project. This year, they took things further—stepping out of their comfort zones and into the Drupal Site Builder Course from Acquia Academy. What started as a study group…

CivicActions is proud to support National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). NDEAM is led by the @USDOL Office of Disability Employment Policy. At CivicActions, we are deeply invested in bringing accessibility issues to the forefront and believe in this initiative,…

🐍 Celebrating Contributions to the Open Python Directory ✨ We’re excited to highlight two new additions to the Open Python Directory shared by our friends in the open source and public interest tech community: ✅ Template-Application-Flask This is a template application that…

We’re thrilled to share that our team made 200+ Drupal contributions in Q3 this year — our biggest quarter ever! This growth reflects our deep commitment to #Drupal, #FOSS, and the open-source community. A huge thank you to everyone at CivicActions who contributed code,…

For more than a decade, the Digital IT Acquisition Professional (DITAP) program has guided federal professionals through the complexities of modern procurement. Now, as technology and policy evolve faster than ever, DITAP itself has undergone its most significant transformation…