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NYU Migration Network Public Conversation:The Health Impacts of Immigration Policy What: Held monthly over the semester, these public conversations bring together scholars, artists, and practitioners for cross-disciplinary exchanges to develop and refine understandings of migration…

The Migration Network’s monthly conversations bring together scholars, artists, and practitioners for cross-disciplinary exchanges to better understand migration and mobility. RSVP: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Maria Elena de Trinidad Young, affiliate at the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research and Assistant Professor at UC Merced, will be in dialogue with Laura Wherry, NYU Wagner Professor and NBER Research Associate.

Join us on March 25 for the NYU Migration Network Public Conversation on the Health Impacts of Immigration Policy, held from 5:30–6:30 PM at the NYU Wagner School of Public Service (105 E 17th).

All panelists: Rose Pierre-Louis, Executive Director, McSilver; Betty Boyd Caroli, Historian and Author; Roderick Jones, President, Goddard Riverside; & Susan Stamler, Executive Director, United Neighborhood Houses.
Moderated by GH CEO Darren Bloch, with remarks by Manhattan BP Brad Hoylman-Sigal.

How has community-based settlement house research influence public policy? On March 5, McSilver Executive Director Rose Pierre-Louis will join a discussion at Greenwich House inspired by Betty Boyd Caroli’s bio of Mary Kingsbury Simkhovitch. Free registration: greenwichhouse.org/march5

Addressing the Needs of the Perinatal Behavioral Health Workforce Expanding the maternal mental health workforce through training, education, and technology can improve care access and outcomes for mothers and families.

Dr. Damali Wilson (Joint McSilver-IEHE Fellow), Rose Pierre-Louis (McSilver Executive Director), and Dr. Natasha Williams (NYU Grossman) explore how this issue impacts vulnerable communities. Read more: behavioralhealthnews.org/addressing-t...

In case you missed it: A new article in Behavioral Health News offers some solutions to the urgent need to grow a supported, sustainable behavioral health care workforce.

NYU McSilver Fellow Penny Abeywardena interviewed UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed about soft power, global development, and hope as a strategy.
▶ Read about their conversation in Abeywardena’s latest for Forbes: www.forbes.com/sites/pennya...
🎧 Stay tuned for the full ep of Power Play

McSilver researchers are presenting at the SSWR 2026 Annual Conference Attending in Washington, DC? Don't miss these talks! (List of 9 poster presentations follows) "Using Machine Learning to Predict Depression Among Adolescents Living with HIV (ALWHIV) in Uganda" on January 15; "Attitudes Toward Mental Illness Among Primary School Students in Uganda: A Cross-sectional Study" on January 18; "Correlates Between Risk Factors and School Life Satisfaction Among Adolescents Living with HIV (ALWHIV) in Low Resource Settings: The Case of the M-Suubi Study in Uganda" on January 17; "The Role of Self-Concept and Gender in Shaping HIV Prevention Attitudes Among Adolescents Orphaned By HIV/AIDS in Uganda" on January 18; "Acceptability of Group-Based HIV Stigma Reduction Interventions for Adolescents Living with HIV and Their Caregivers in Uganda" on January 18; "People Who Access It Will Read about People Who Went through Challenging Situations and How They Overcame and Lived Happy Lives: Feedback on a Digital Health Intervention from Healthcare Providers and Adolescents Living with HIV and Depression in Uganda" on January 18; "Identifying the Latent Classes of Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence Among Adolescents Living with HIV" on January 16; "The Impact of Child Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties on Caregiver's Mental Health: Insights from Families Impacted by HIV in Southern Uganda" on January 15; "Making Risks Associated with Child Labor Visible in Schools and Communities in Northern Ghana: Preliminary Findings from a Participatory Research" on January 18

McSilver researchers will be at the Annual Society for Social Work and Research Conference (SSWR) in DC next week! Dr. Fred Ssewamala, Dr. Samuel Kizito, and Dr. Ozge Sensoy Bahar are all part of teams presenting new findings to advance the field. Learn more at mcsilver.nyu.edu/sswr2026

The New York City Resilience Collaborative (NYCRC) is a part of the New York State Trauma Informed Network and Resource Center (TINRC). The purpose of the McSilver-affiliated TINRC is to promote learning and resource sharing about trauma and trauma informed care throughout the state.

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: NYC Resilience Collaborative Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: NYC Resilience Collaborative Meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Dr. Mandy Davis, Director of Trauma Informed Oregon, will discuss what she calls “tools for the times” for individuals and organizations who work with underserved communities facing uncertainty and disruptions. Register on Zoom: nyu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Flyer with text on calm green background: NYC Resilience Collaborative Quarterly Meeting | December 03 (Wednesday) | 12:00 - 1:30 PM | Zoom (Newcomers welcome!). Featured Talk - Our Tools for the Times: How trauma-informed care and the work of helping professions can continue amid tension and uncertainty (Prestented by Dr. Mandy Davis, Director of Trauma Informed Oregon). At lower left, a portrait of a woman in glasses (Dr. Davis).

Interested in connecting with fellow advocates for trauma-informed care? Join the NYC Resilience Collaborative! Newcomers are welcome to the final quarterly meeting at 12 PM on Weds, Dec. 3. Register on Zoom: nyu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

McSilver Fellow Penny Abeywardena is the host of Power Play: Soft Power Unpacked, a new podcast that brings thought-leaders into conversations about overlooked sources of influence. Diane von Furstenberg reflects on a trailblazing career in the first episode. Listen: mcsilver.nyu.edu/latest-podca...

McSilver Director of Data Science Dr. Kara Emery and McSilver Fellow Chris Hemphill have joined other subject matter experts in San Juan, Puerto Rico, for a vital discussion convened by NY Assemblymember Emerita Torres.

The McSilver Institute is at #Somos2025 to help refocus the AI debate for communities vulnerable to underrepresentation and misrepresentation in data-driven initiatives. What could community-led #AI look like?

McSilver Fellow Penny Abeywardena spoke with Diane von Furstenberg about her life and the ways she wields soft power to pursue barrier-breaking achievements. Read at Forbes: www.forbes.com/sites/pennya...

Graphic with blocks of text on a light background adorned with orange and blue geometric details. From: TTAC, the (New York City-based) Perinatal and Early Childhood Mental Health Network Training and Technical Assitance Center. Announcing: the TTAC Resource Fair! From 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. At the NYU Kimmel Center for University Life. Learn more and register at https://ttacny.org/trainings/resource-fair | What the fair offers in 3 key points: (1) Discover Programs Serving Young Children & Pregnant/Postpartum People. Build relationships and referral pathways with organizations offering services in: Perinatal Mental Health; Early Childhood Mental Health; Home Visiting Programs; Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment; and more! Ensure your clients have access to the most up-to-date services in perinatal and early childhood mental health across NYC. (2) Attend Featured Presentations from Key Programs in the Field. Join spotlight sessions led by: Perinatal + Early Childhood Mental Health Network (P+ECMHN); Citywide Doula Initiative, Nurse Family Partnership, and other DOHMH Perinatal Partners; Project TEACH; Healthy Steps. (3) Enjoy Light Refreshments & Take Home Swag. Enjoy breakfast, light refreshments, and promotional items while connecting with fellow colleagues and community partners!

TTAC's inaugural Resource Fair will connect perinatal and early childhood providers from across NYC — and showcase a wide range of programs, services, and resources for providers serving pregnant and postpartum people, children under 5, and their families. More info: www.ttacny.org/trainings/re...

Flyer for the "State of NYC Women Conference 2025," bold white and yellow lettering on a dark blue background featuring a photo of skyscrapers, looking up from street level. Detail text: 14 October, 2025 8:45 AM - 6:00 PM; Civic Hall; 124 E 14th St, NYC. Rose leads a team of professionals committed to better understanding the root causes of poverty. developing evidence-based interventions to address its consequences, and translating findings into policy and best practices. Rose Pierre-Louis: Executive Director, NYU McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research. Session: The Cost of Survival: Reimagining NYC's Economy for Women. A black-and-white portrait of Rose Pierre-Louis and the WCC (Women Creating Change) logo complete the picture.

NYU McSilver Executive Director Rose Pierre-Louis is part of a panel reimagining our city’s economy to promote gender Equity. On Oct. 14, WCC will convene community members, advocates, and leaders from across NYC to catalyze policy, action, and connection. More info: bit.ly/StateofNYCWomen-EventPage

A scoping review of state-sponsored mental health training programs for children and youth to support use of evidence-based treatments Workforce training for providers in the public mental health system serving children and youth is a significant investment of state tax dollars. This …

Read the article in Children and Youth Services at ScienceDirect: bit.ly/state-mh-training

NEW RESEARCH: In the journal Children and Youth Services Review, find the article “A scoping review of state-sponsored mental health training programs for children and youth to support use of evidence-based treatements” by Rebecca Lengnick-Hall, Kimberly E. Hoagwood, Andrew F. Cleek, Meaghan Baier, Ashley Fuss, Elena Conte, Charlotte Gendler, and Sarah Horwitz. The first page of the article and the cover of the journal are collaged on a deep green backdrop. A hyperlink to read the article at ScienceDirect is included: bit.ly/state-mh-training

States across the U.S. are advancing training initiatives for the children’s mental health workforce. How are these efforts making progress and tracking impact? A scoping review by researchers at McSilver + other institutions illuminates facilitators and barriers associated with training roll-outs.

Explore and share these resources: createsend.com/t/i-0292ACEC...

In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, the McSilver-led Community Technical Assistance Center (CTAC) built a collection of webinars, tools, resources, and self-paced learning modules that help care professionals build awareness and competencies around #SuicidePrevention.

NYU McSilver Executive Director Rose Pierre-Louis will speak at a special celebration marking the 30th anniversary of the Midwifery Program at NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing. Register to attend—help us honor the program’s enduring impact on care, education, and community: bit.ly/langone-midw...

There's still time to register for next Tuesday's breakfast conversation, a thorough exploration of ranked choice voting in NYC, featuring Vanessa Aronson, Andrea Gordillo, Brad Lander, and Scott Stringer in a panel moderated by Dr. Basil Smikle Jr. RSVP at bit.ly/rcv2025

In New York State, Technical Assistance Centers led by NYU McSilver offer a wide variety of training and tools created by experts in behavioral health. A new website makes these resources easier than ever to access and explore: check out the just-launched mcsilverta.org site today!

On Tuesday, September 9 at 8:00 AM, Common Cause/NY, the NYU McSilver Institute, the NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, Citizens Union, and the CUNY Graduate Center will host a timely panel discussion on Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) and its impact on campaigning in New York City. Featured speakers include: Brad Lander (NYC Comptroller & former Mayoral candidate), Scott Stringer (former NYC Comptroller & Mayoral candidate), Vanessa Aronson (former City Council candidate), Andrea Gordillo (former City Council candidate). In June, over 1 million New Yorkers ranked their choices for Mayor, City Council, and Borough President — only the second time RCV was used in a Mayoral election. RCV allows voters to rank up to 5 candidates in order of preference. Studies show it reduces negative campaigning, prevents the “spoiler effect,” and encourages coalition building. This year’s election results confirm its success: 96% of voters said the ballot was simple to complete. 81% understood RCV extremely or very well. More than 75% want to keep or expand RCV in future elections. Register for free at the included link to attend.

𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞 — Don't miss a dynamic conversation with candidates and experts, all about how #rankedchoicevoting is already transforming NYC elections. RSVP to attend: bit.ly/rcv2025

On Tuesday, September 9, Common Cause/NY, the NYU McSilver Institute, the NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service, Citizens Union, and the CUNY Graduate Center will host a timely panel discussion on Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) and its impact on campaigning in New York City. Speakers include: • Brad Lander, NYC Comptroller & former Mayoral candidate • Scott Stringer, former NYC Comptroller & Mayoral candidate • Vanessa Aronson, former City Council candidate • Andrea Gordillo, former City Council candidate Dr. Basil Smikle Jr., Professor of Practice and Director of the MS program in nonprofit management at Columbia University’s SPS, will moderate. Additionally, the program will open with remarks from: • Susan Lerner, Executive Director, Common Cause/NY and Chair, Rank the Vote NYC • Rose Pierre-Louis, Executive Director, NYU McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research and Board Member, Rank the Vote NYC • Grace Rauh, Executive Director, Citizens Union • Steven Romalewski, Director, CUNY Mapping Service, Center for Urban Research at the CUNY Graduate Center Why It Matters In June, over 1 million New Yorkers ranked their choices for Mayor, City Council, and Borough President — only the second time RCV was used in a Mayoral election. RCV allows voters to rank up to five candidates in order of preference. Studies show it reduces negative campaigning, prevents the “spoiler effect,” and encourages coalition building. This year’s election results confirm its success: • 96% of voters said the ballot was simple to complete. • 81% understood RCV extremely or very well. • More than 75% want to keep or expand RCV in future elections. Event Details Please join us at 105 East 17th Street near Union Square in Manhattan for a panel discussion exploring how RCV transforms NYC elections. Attendance is free with registration. Photo ID is required to access the venue. Doors open at 8:00 AM, and the program will begin promptly at 8:30 AM. Light refreshments will be served.

COMING UP 9/9: We’re convening a morning panel of trailblazing NYC candidates and experts in civic engagement to dig into ranked choice voting — from its impact on recent primaries to how campaigns can adapt going forward. RSVP to attend: bit.ly/rcv2025

Michelle Adams | Book Talk: The Containment: Detroit, the Supreme Court, and the Battle for Racial Justice in the North Join us for a timely conversation on racial justice, legal history, and the legacy of school desegregation in the North. Moderated by Melissa Murray, Frederick I. and Grace Stokes Professor at NYU Sch...

The conversation will be moderated by Melissa Murray, Frederick I. and Grace Stokes Professor of Law at NYU School of Law. RSVP to Attend: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Join the Center on Race, Inequality & the Law and the Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Center for a powerful conversation on Thurs, 9/4, with legal scholar Michelle Adams as she discusses her groundbreaking book, The Containment: Detroit, the Supreme Court, and the Battle for Racial Justice in the North.

Register to participate: nyu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...