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What does an increase in 911 and 311 calls really mean? A pair of companion studies supported by the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative and published in Justice Quarterly and @IJERPH_MDPI finds it may reflect something positive: growing trust in local government. Read

We welcomed Mayor @DavidLagrand of @grandrapidscity, Michigan to the Center, along with @Kennedy_School students Julia Long and Eli Melendrez. As part of our Program for New Mayors, the mayor brought on Julia and Eli as Transition Term Fellows in January 2025. Mayor LaGrand

More than two dozen technologists, state and local municipal officials, and researchers joined Center faculty affiliate @dsallentess of @Kennedy_School for the Digital Civic Infrastructure Workshop, hosted at the Center. Attendees focused on how digital tools help residents

Upcoming hybrid event: join us for a conversation with Marshall Ganz, one of the world’s leading voices on democratic organizing, and @EricaChenoweth, Frank Stanton Professor of the First Amendment at @Kennedy_School. They will explore ideas for strengthening democracy at every

City leaders, scholars, and practitioners gathered at the Bloomberg Center for Cities to discuss what helps—or hinders—cross-sector collaboration in addressing complex urban challenges. Panelists shared lessons on leading through setbacks, building trust, and turning challenges

🚨 New job alert: we’re looking for a Collaborations & Events Coordinator to join our team. This role is essential in supporting our growing portfolio of events and partnerships that bring together city leaders, scholars, students, and experts from around the world. If you are

“Progress happens on the ground, not in ministerial corridors.” -@MetroMayorSteve of @LpoolCityRegion and participant of the Bloomberg Harvard City Leadership Initiative. Congratulations to @LSECities on the launch of the Bloomberg LSE European City Leadership Initiative—a new

🚀 We’re #hiring for a Manager, Systems and Technology to oversee the systems and tools that power our work. This role will ensure our team and faculty have the reliable technology and support needed to collaborate effectively and deliver impact for cities. If you’re highly

🌡️Extreme heat is a silent killer—the deadliest climate threat in the U.S. At #HarvardClimateActionWeek, city leaders, public health experts, and Center faculty affiliate & crisis management expert @JulietteKayyem came together for a Heat Simulation workshop at @harvard_data to

Hybrid event next week: join researchers as they present key findings and explore actions that leaders can take to launch collaborations toward a path of adaptability, resilience, and collaborative success. Virtual event available to all, in-person event open to @Harvard ID

How can cities lead through climate disruptions and prepare for climate mobility? 🌍At a recent Center event, an expert panel underscored the urgency of resilience, inclusive engagement, and collaboration across borders. 📺 Watch the recording or read key takeaways:

Strong public services depend on strong city halls. That’s why this week we brought together 59 municipal chiefs overseeing talent initiatives in 15 cities to equip them with leading strategies to build the workforces—and the methods and mindsets local governments need—to grow,

Three Center faculty affiliates—@DanielAgbiboa (@Harvard FAS), Diane Davis (@HarvardGSD), and @RyanDEnos (Harvard FAS)—were among the scholars from the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Europe who gathered at the Center for a two-day workshop organized by Davis to examine how

City leaders need every available tool to take on the urgent challenges their communities face — and improved use of data is key to urban problem-solving. As we conduct research and connect with practice to support this work, we look forward to the @BHcityleaders' continued

TOMORROW at 12:00 pm: join us for a conversation on how urban areas can build resilience in the face of climate disruption. Join the livestream or come in person (@Harvard ID holders).🔗Register:

Get practical examples of how generative AI can transform city performance management from Center faculty affiliate, @Kennedy_School faculty member, and @DataSmartCities director @GoldsmithOnGov and Santi Garces, chief innovation officer for the @CityOfBoston, in this episode of

Next week—join us for a timely conversation on how urban areas can build resilience in the face of climate disruption. Virtual event available to all, in-person event open to @Harvard ID holders. 📆 Friday, Sept 12 | 12:00 p.m. EST 🔗 Register: https://t.co/pVusWYtVEL Featuring

📢Recognized @Harvard student organizations and groups: applications are now open for Center funding. Applications will be considered for projects that strengthen cities and leaders, develop future city leadership, or advance research on city leadership. Applications for fall

How can cities rethink the role of mobility as a cross-sector enabler for change? Center faculty affiliate @GoldsmithOnGov (director of @DataSmartCities) explored the topic with city leaders as a Visiting Fellow at @The_CLC_SG. Addressing mobility challenges can help cities

The Bloomberg Center for Cities is seeking a Senior Director of Student Engagement and City Careers—a dynamic leader to grow our work connecting @Harvard students with cities and urban problem-solving. This role offers the opportunity to: ✔️ Lead fellowship and internship