This event is part of Love Data Week 2025, for more information see https://guides.temple.edu/lovedataweek.

Did you know you have a right to access public records that may contain data and information for your project? This workshop will teach you about the federal Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, what records or information can be requested, and how to make a request with a federal agency or state or local government office. Liz Wagenseller, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records, will share tips for a successful request and answer questions.

This workshop will be offered as an online session via Zoom. You must register for this workshop to receive the Zoom link via a confirmation email. On the day of the workshop, use the link to join the session.

This workshop will be recorded. Register to attend the live session or to receive a copy of the recording. 

Contact Van Tran at van.bich.tran@temple.edu with any questions.