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Exclusive NSDA Webinar Series: Build Your Competitive Edge for 2026

By Morgan Leskody posted 2 hours ago

  

The second half of 2026 is packed with actionable webinars that help districts operate smarter, stay compliant, secure funding, strengthen transparency, and build organizational resilience.

Invest in Your District’s Success. These webinars are designed specifically for special districts — practical, relevant, and immediately useful.

Register today and give your district the tools, insights, and competitive edge needed for a stronger 2026. All Webinars are hosted at 10:00 am MST (9:00 am Pacific; 12:00pm EST)

Register here: https://www.nationalspecialdistricts.org/training-webinars-on-demand

Upcoming Webinars

June 24 

Unlock Your 2026 Competitive Edge in One Power-Packed Session

Join NSDA and Streamline for a fast-paced, practical briefing that helps your organization move smarter and faster.  Cybersecurity, Demystified - Protect your district’s data, systems, and reputation with real-world cybersecurity strategies you can actually implement — without needing a full IT department. Accessibility That Works - Learn how to make your website and PDFs inclusive, compliant, and user-friendly without the usual confusion and headaches.

Plus: expert tips, quick wins, and live Q&A you can put into action immediately.

July 16 

Federal Funding: Making Sense of It All

Federal funding opportunities are growing — but so is the complexity. NSDA’s July webinar lineup helps districts confidently navigate the process from application to advocacy. Getting Through the Front Door: SAM.gov, Federal Forms & Your First Application

Intimidated by federal grant applications? This step-by-step walkthrough simplifies the process.

You’ll learn:

  • How to successfully register with SAM.gov
  • What the SF-424 forms actually mean
  • How to avoid common first-time application mistakes
  • Key federal deadlines you cannot afford to miss

July 30

Mid-Summer Federal Advocacy Update

Stay informed on the latest federal developments impacting special districts nationwide with NSDA and Manatt. Get timely updates, policy insights, and advocacy priorities directly affecting your district operations and funding landscape.

August 13

Maximize Your Mapping Potential with Gridbase

Data is only powerful if you can use it effectively. Discover how advanced mapping tools can improve planning, communication, infrastructure management, and decision-making across your district.

September 3

Improving Transparency with Streamline

Today’s communities expect accessibility, transparency, and accountability. Learn practical ways to improve public trust through better communication tools, records accessibility, and streamlined digital governance practices.

September 9

Fall Federal Funding Update with The Ferguson Group (TFG)

Making the Case and Managing the Grant: From Board Buy-In to Post-Award. Winning the grant is only the beginning.

This session tackles the real-world organizational barriers many districts face, including:

  • Limited staff capacity
  • Securing board support
  • Setting realistic expectations for grant management
  • Understanding post-award compliance requirements

November 12

Essential HR Tools for Smaller Districts with CPSHR

Smaller districts face unique workforce challenges. Learn practical HR tools and strategies to support recruitment, retention, compliance, and employee management — even with limited staff and resources.

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