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Tuesday, March 3
The Power of Relationships, Personalization, and Place: An Evidence-Based Approach to Improving Economic Mobility in Cities
Grounded in research and real-world implementation, the discussion will review the latest evidence and feature examples from cities across country to examine how cross-sector collaboration, community leadership, and personalized supports can create the conditions for all children and youth to thrive, regardless of race, place, or income.
Wednesday, March 4
Africa’s Urban Future: Cities at the Crossroads of Growth and Resilience
This event explores how African cities are responding to challenges—from climate adaptation and public health to governance and infrastructure—while advancing innovative, context-driven solutions.
Thursday, March 5
Leadership, Labor, and the Future of Work ft. Marty Walsh
Former mayor of Boston and U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh joins us for a discussion on leadership and the future of work. The event will explore how leaders can build resilient organizations, support workers in a rapidly evolving economy, and navigate the shifting dynamics of labor, technology, and workforce development.
Monday, March 9
Disagreeing Better: Research-backed Tools for Navigating Conflict
Grounded in behavioral science, this highly interactive virtual session offers research-backed strategies for engaging productively across differences.
February 25-April 8
City and State Diplomacy: U.S. Subnational Actors in a Changing Global Order
This study group is designed for enrolled Harvard graduate students interested in diplomacy, national security, climate policy, economic statecraft, and the evolving architecture of global governance beyond the nation-state.
