CIC at 30: Local Governance for Global Impact

7:00–9:00 p.m. | NYU Wagner 105 E 17th St, New York
Main Event Space

Join the NYU Center on International Cooperation (CIC) as we celebrate our 30th anniversary, reflect on three decades at NYU Arts & Science, and mark an exciting new chapter at the NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service.

For three decades, CIC has connected global policy debates with practical approaches to governance, peace, justice, and inclusion. At a moment of profound global change, this special evening will reflect on CIC’s legacy and explore how international cooperation can become more effective, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of people and communities.

Under the theme “Local Governance for Global Impact,” distinguished speakers will share perspectives on the future of international cooperation and the vital connections among global commitments, national leadership, and local action.

Featured Speakers

• Polly Trottenberg, Dean, NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service
• Melissa Fleming, Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, United Nations
• Maria Dimitriadou, Special Representative to the UN and Head of Multilateral Affairs, World Bank Group
• Jan van Zanen, Mayor of The Hague, Netherlands (video message)
• H.E. Anne Waiguru, Governor of Kirinyaga County, Kenya
• Eugénie Birch, Lawrence C. Nussdorf Professor of Urban Research and Education, Chair of the Graduate Group in City and Regional Planning, and Co-Director, Penn Institute for Urban Research (IUR)
• Paul Smoke, Executive Director, NYU Center on International Cooperation (CIC); Professor of Public Finance and Planning, NYU Wagner

The program will be followed by a reception and an opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends from across CIC’s community.