Into the Wood Chipper: A Conversation with Nicholas Enrich

Join former USAID senior official and bestselling author Nicholas Enrich for a timely conversation inspired by his book, Into the Wood Chipper: A Whistleblower’s Account of How the Trump Administration Shredded USAID.

Drawing on his firsthand experience inside one of the most consequential periods in USAID’s history, Enrich will reflect on the dismantling of foreign assistance institutions, the human consequences of abrupt policy shifts, and his decision to speak out through a series of whistleblower memos. Beyond the headlines, this discussion will explore the personal and professional realities faced by those whose careers, communities, and sense of purpose were deeply tied to public service and international development.

For many members of the Tuesday Group, the past year has brought unexpected disruption, loss, and difficult questions about what comes next. This conversation will create space not only to better understand the forces that shaped these events, but also to reflect on the future of foreign assistance, the enduring value of public service, and how mission-driven professionals can continue to contribute in a rapidly changing world.

The evening will include a moderated discussion, audience Q&A, and opportunities to connect with fellow members of the Colorado international development community.

WHEN: July 28, 2026 | 5:30-7:00 PM MST

WHERE: Posner Center for International Devleopment, 1031 33rd St, Denver, CO, 80205

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