Reimagining How Cities Thrive - Lessons from Los Angeles
Insights from LA's mayor on urban leadership, covering infrastructure, housing, wages, education, climate action, and immigration policy. Learn how cities can innovate and thrive.
Moving Up, Not Out: Solutions to Gentrification and Equitable Development
Explore solutions to gentrification, emphasizing community wealth recognition, business-community connections, and equitable development strategies with expert panelists.
Uniting Black and Brown Communities - Collaboration for Economic Mobility
Exploring collaboration between Black and Latino communities in Chicago to enhance employment and economic mobility, featuring insights from STEM and policy experts.
How the Private Sector is Leading the Clean Energy Revolution - Apple's Renewable Energy Journey
Exploring Apple's journey to 100% renewable energy, challenges in going green, and the private sector's role in clean energy innovation, featuring insights from Lisa Jackson.
Positioning the Roaring Fork Valley for the Mobility Future - Session 4
Explore innovative, low-carbon solutions to traffic issues with Greg Rucks. Learn about technological advancements and their potential implementation in the Roaring Fork Valley.
Youth Rise to the Challenge - Police Relations and Health Initiatives
High school teams present innovative solutions to community issues, including improving police relations, reducing food waste, and enhancing physical health programs in Chicago and Philadelphia.
Bringing Play Spaces to Kids - Innovative Approaches to Youth Sports and Recreation
Innovative approaches to create accessible play spaces for children, featuring insights from experts on urban planning, sports, and community engagement.
The Community Builder - Theaster Gates on Urban Transformation and Cultural Preservation
Explore Theaster Gates's transformative work in urban renewal, cultural preservation, and community development through his conversation with Thelma Golden, discussing his projects and future vision.
The Human City: Urbanism for the Rest of Us
Exploring sustainable urban alternatives, challenging high-density city planning, and examining diverse urban lifestyles for a more inclusive and livable future.
Rebuilding the Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery - Challenges and Strategies
Explore post-pandemic economic recovery strategies, addressing challenges like digital economy, climate change, and supply chain issues. Experts discuss policies, metrics, and future outlook.
Preparing for a 100-Year Lifespan
Explore strategies for thriving in a century-long life, addressing personal choices, societal shifts, and scientific advancements to maximize health, engagement, and fulfillment as longevity increases.
Facing the Housing Crisis: Keeping Americans Safe, Healthy, and Connected
Explore strategies to address the housing crisis, focusing on safety, health, and connectivity for Americans. Learn about innovative solutions and policy approaches.
Investing in Infrastructure: Rural Strategies for Building and Maintaining Healthy Local Economies
Strategies for leveraging federal funding to invest in rural infrastructure, addressing challenges like water, roads, broadband, and housing to foster prosperous communities and improve quality of life in underserved areas.
Plugging into Neighborhoods of the Future - Clean Energy Systems for Tomorrow's World
Explore the future of electricity: greener, distributed, and resilient. Learn about clean neighborhood energy systems and their potential to transform how we power our lives sustainably.
Urban Comeback - Cities, Small Business, and the Future of Downtowns
Explore strategies for revitalizing urban centers post-pandemic, focusing on small business support, innovative policies, and collaborative efforts to reimagine vibrant, sustainable downtowns.
The Case for Art as Civic Glue
Explore how arts can bridge social divides and strengthen communities, featuring insights from leaders in philanthropy, government, and cultural initiatives.
Imagining the Future of Jackson, Mississippi - A Conversation with Kiese Laymon and Mayor Chokwe Lumumba
Acclaimed author and young mayor discuss Jackson's future, addressing inequities, cultural heritage, and the role of civic and artistic communities in shaping the city's path forward.
Restructuring America and Reopening Cultural Venues - Day 1 Plenary
Explore transportation's role in restructuring America, the revival of theater post-pandemic, and valuable life lessons from the global crisis in this thought-provoking discussion on societal changes and cultural resilience.
A New Era for Cities - Reimagining Urban Planning for Equity and Sustainability
Explore the future of urban planning in light of COVID and climate crises, focusing on equitable, just, and sustainable design for reimagined cities.
Building Housing Security During COVID-19 and Beyond
Explore solutions for expanding access to stable, affordable housing, addressing economic trends, policy impacts, and successful multi-sector reform initiatives to enhance financial security.
Youth Leaders Unlocking Justice - Advancing Community Transformation in Lawrence, Massachusetts
Exploring youth-led initiatives in Lawrence, MA to address inequities and promote community transformation, featuring insights from young leaders and local organizations on advancing justice and safety.