Event - November 2024
Maximizing NYC’s AI OpportunityOn November 12, the Center for an Urban Future will hold a policy symposium on what city and state leaders and economic development officials should do now to maximize New York City's opportunity with AI, mitigate the risks, and leverage AI to help tackle several of the city’s biggest challenges more effectively.
Event - October 2024
2024 GalaOn October 23, 2024, CUF hosted its 2024 Gala at Tribeca Rooftop honoring Julie Samuels, Sherry Wang, and Susan Fine.
Commentary/Op-Ed - October 2024
Vanderbilt University is the new neighbor NYC needsIn this amNY op-ed, Executive Director Jonathan Bowles makes the case for why Vanderbilt University's plan to open a new campus in Manhattan is crucial to helping New York City stay competitive in the emerging post-pandemic economy recovery.
impact - September 2024
CUF Sparks ESOL Investment in LibrariesNew York City’s public libraries received a $4 million grant from the Carnegie Corporation that will in part support English language and literacy programs for the asylum seeker population. Our recent report called for an increased investment in ESOL programs to prepare asylum seekers to enter the city’s workforce.
Event - September 2024
The Future of AI in NYCOn September 19th, the Center for an Urban Future held a cocktail reception featuring a fireside chat with Elias Roman, Senior Director of Product Management at Google Labs. In this conversation, we asked Elias for his insights and ideas about where AI-powered innovation is headed and how New York can help maximize the opportunities while mitigating the risks.
Commentary/Op-Ed - August 2024
Making It Easier for New Yorkers to Care for Their ParksNew Yorkers are using parks and open spaces more than ever, and the city can’t keep up with their growing needs. This commentary highlights why and how the city should make it easier for nonprofit organizations and community groups to help care for public parks and open spaces.