The Meetup
Setting the Standard in Philadelphia
Elisa Stritt - NCWM Director of Operations
Each year, the NCWM Annual Meeting plays a critical role in advancing our work. It is the forum where discussion, deliberation, and decision-making come together. This year’s meeting in Philadelphia, however, carries particular significance. In July, we will gather in a city long associated with debate, compromise, and the careful development of lasting systems. Philadelphia will be commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, and that milestone will be reflected throughout the city. The setting provides a meaningful backdrop for an organization committed to fairness, consistency, and the integrity of measurement systems relied upon by the public every day. For those who have attended NCWM meetings over the years, the value of participation is well understood. Even so, it is worth emphasizing that the NCWM process works best when participation is strong and geographically diverse, with attendees bringing perspectives from across the country. Representation from states, cities, counties, and industry strengthens discussions and helps ensure that the standards we develop are both uniform and workable in practice. Our mission moves forward because of engaged attendees like you, and we sincerely appreciate your dedication. Outside the meeting rooms, Philadelphia will be alive with activity. The semi- quincentennial—known as America250—will be celebrated throughout the year, with July marking a particularly active period across the city.
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