Revolutionizing Civic Tech with Cori Zarek
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In this episode of Debugged, host Medha Gupta interviews Cori Zarek, Deputy Administrator for the U.S. Digital Service. Zarek shares her transition from a lawyer specializing in first amendment and freedom of information issues to becoming a leader in civic technology. She discusses her impactful work at the National Archives and her role in shaping government policies on open data and information access. Highlighting the importance of technological innovation and collaboration, Zarek reflects on her time at the White House and the founding of the U.S. Digital Service. She also talks about co-founding the nonprofit U.S. Digital Response and Technologists for the Public Good. Tune in for insights into the evolving field of civic tech and advice for young professionals looking to make a difference.
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