Trust in America: What the Data Says and What Communities Know

At the 2026 Trust in Practice Summit, leaders from research and community-based organizations examine the state of trust in America, exploring what the data reveals, how trust is experienced in communities, and the conditions that help it grow across institutions and neighborhoods. Panelists: Justin Blake, Executive Director, Edelman Trust Institute Lydia Prado, Executive Director, Lifespan Local Frederick Riley, Executive Director, Weave: The Social Fabric Project Wendy Weiser, Vice President for Democracy, Brennan Center for Justice Moderator: Jenn White, Host, 1A (WAMU/NPR) Hosted by the Aspen Institute and Allstate, the 2026 Trust in Practice Summit brings together national and local leaders to build on the insights, deepen understanding, build relationships, and spark new areas of inquiry around social trust.