This year, Connecticut’s data community faced a stark reminder of how fragile our access to essential information can be. In March, a sudden loss of federal datasets disrupted decision-making across our state—impacting nonprofits, public agencies, and the communities we serve. While access was restored, it underscored the urgent need for a resilient, ethical, and connected data ecosystem. This year, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Ismar Volić, Director of the Institute for Mathematics and Democracy, and author of “Making Democracy Count: How Mathematics Improves Voting, Electoral Maps, and Representation,” as our keynote speaker.