"Parks and Public Space: What’s Next?" — New York City Parks Commissioner Mitchell J. Silver will discuss how planning and design can create equitable, inclusive and fun places for residents of New York, Houston and beyond.
REGISTRATION OPEN: The summit utilizes water as a leading indicator of how to address complex issues of climate, social and economic change at scale.
Honoring Rev. William A. Lawson | Featuring Dr. Stephen L. Klineberg
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Research consistently shows that higher education pays — for both individuals and society. There’s a direct correlation between the level of postsecondary education and the amount of money a person makes, how much they pay in taxes, their degree of civic engagement and even their health. On average, those with a bachelor’s degree earn 31% more than those with an associate degree and 62% more than those with a high school diploma alone.
Near Northside residents’ perception of safety and the quality of streets and sidewalks are assessed in a pair of new reports from the Kinder Institute. The findings show subpar infrastructure and fears of crime and cars are endangering many in the neighborhood.
