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DISCOVER THE IMPACT OF AGORAS

An agora was a central meeting space in ancient Greece. For DEF, it is where members convene and collaborate. These local chapter gatherings create the opportunity to interact and connect with fellow national security disruptors to push ideas forward to advance national security. Join DEF to partake in one of our upcoming Agora events in your area.

  • Project Maven: DEF NYC x Crossing the Valley
    Project Maven: DEF NYC x Crossing the Valley
    Tue, Apr 21
    Flatiron District
    Apr 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Flatiron District, Flatiron District, New York, NY, USA
    Join us for a candid discussion with Katrina Manson, author of a new book about Project Maven, on the program's lessons, and what they mean for our nation's future.
  • NYC Founders Forum April 2026
    NYC Founders Forum April 2026
    Thu, Apr 23
    Flatiron District
    Apr 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Flatiron District, Flatiron District, New York, NY, USA
    ​Like group therapy, but for national security founders and executives
  • DEF2026 Annual Gathering
    DEF2026 Annual Gathering
    Membership Offer
    Wed, Jun 24
    5380 Eisenhower Ave suite c
    Jun 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    5380 Eisenhower Ave suite c, 5380 Eisenhower Ave suite c, Alexandria, VA 22304, USA
    DEF2026 - Humans in the Loop. A return to a first principle: Technology does not win wars. People do.
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CONNECT GLOBALLY

The DEF community is global. When there is a challenge on hand, from the Afghan evac to Ukraine, DEF members will be involved.

CONNECT LOCALLY

Informal networks and cross-sector relationships are critical to national security. Join an Agora to conspire, learn, and connect with subject matter experts and like-minded doers.

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