Owen Elton is a candidate for a Master’s in Urban Planning at NYU’s Robert F. Wagner School of Public Service. He holds a B.S. from Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy, where his research explored education, healthcare, and housing policies designed to promote equity and opportunity. After graduation, he worked with American Promise, … Continued
Nathaly Fernandez is pursuing a Master’s in Social Work at Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Service, where she also earned her Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Originally from the Dominican Republic, she moved to Queens in 2012, bringing a bicultural perspective and a deep commitment to equity, advocacy, and community engagement. Nathaly has worked … Continued
Max Gordy is pursuing a Master’s degree in Urban Planning at NYU Wagner, focusing on housing justice, affordability, and equitable urban development. He is dedicated to ensuring that all New Yorkers have access to safe and stable housing, regardless of race, income, family status, or disability. Max currently works at the NYU Furman Center, conducting … Continued
Karina Altavila is a Master of Public Administration candidate at Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs, specializing in Urban Policy. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Affairs from PUC-São Paulo and completed an academic exchange at Sciences Po Aix in France. With over seven years of experience in the nonprofit and public … Continued
Kahdija Jabbi is pursuing a Master’s in Public Administration at Baruch College, where she was selected for the prestigious Marxe Chair Faculty Fellowship Award and collaborated with a faculty chair professor on research, writing, and proofreading projects that sharpened her analytical, communication, and policy skills. Deeply committed to public service, community empowerment, and social equity, … Continued
Juliana Phaomei is pursuing a Master’s in Public and Urban Policy at The New School, where she focuses on policy research, inclusive planning, and equitable urban development. She also holds a Master’s in Social Work from the Tata Institute of Social Sciences in Mumbai, with a specialization in livelihoods, social innovation, and community development. Juliana … Continued
Jonathan Stirling is in his final year of a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture at the City College of New York. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Staffordshire University in the United Kingdom. Jonathan’s professional journey has taken him from property development projects in Italy to viticulture in the Hudson Valley, with … Continued
Dhruvin Thakkar is pursuing a Master’s degree in Sustainable Environmental Systems at Pratt Institute, building on a Bachelor of Architecture from Navrachana University in Vadodara, India. He has collaborated with nonprofit and sustainable development organizations serving marginalized neighborhoods, advancing social and environmental justice through design, research, and community advocacy. As a licensed architect, Dhruvin has … Continued
Ben Verde is pursuing a Master’s in Urban Planning at Hunter College, concentrating on transportation, infrastructure, and public space design. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from SUNY Purchase and spent five years reporting in New York City, covering transportation systems, housing, land use, and real estate development. His early internship with Streetsblog New … Continued
Arnav Sahai is pursuing a Master’s in Public Policy at Columbia University, with a focus on international finance, economic policy, and data-driven solutions for complex social challenges. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, where he developed expertise in data analytics, algorithms, cloud technologies, and software development. Arnav … Continued
Annie Larkin is pursuing a Master’s degree in Urban Planning at New York University, with a focus on environmental planning, community development, and sustainable urban design. She earned her undergraduate degree in History from Reed College, where she explored urban history, social geography, and the spatial impacts of colonial violence. Annie is deeply passionate about … Continued
Anna Carl is a Master of Urban Planning student at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation. Born in Japan and raised in Michigan, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Michigan. Her experiences living in Tokyo, Kyoto, San Francisco, and New York have shaped her understanding of … Continued