Ideas

Arts & Culture
How can media and entertainment address social polarization?

Arts & Culture
What does abundant creativity require?

Arts & Culture
What creative possibilities will emerging technology unlock?

Nature
Why is this a new era for forests?

Nature
Why is Indigenous leadership vital for a thriving U.S. conservation movement?

Health & Well-being
How can we more rigorously consider race in clinical equations so that these algorithms no longer contribute to racial health disparities?

Health & Well-being
What factors contribute to good health for all?

Health & Well-being
How can we reimagine the child welfare system to put the needs of kids and families first?
Projects

Artists Make Technology Lab

Artists Make Technology
Structured around three core pillars, Artists Make Technology aims to create pathways to center performing artists in technological innovation by providing support, resources and collaboration opportunities.

“IINNIIWA: The Blackfeet Buffalo Story”
After nearly 150 years, buffalo returned to Blackfeet land in a historic homecoming made possible by the Blackfeet Buffalo Program and Indigenous Led—captured in a short film featuring Yo-Yo Ma.

Singing in Solidarity
On May Day 2025, a participatory choral performance led by Troy Anthony and the Fire Ensemble rallies support for artists and the power of the performing arts.

STEMM Opportunity Alliance
Ensuring that any American, no matter their background or location, has the access and opportunity to enter and thrive in the STEMM economy.

Encoding Equity in Clinical Research & Practice
This alliance, led by the Council of Medical Specialty Societies and supported by the Doris Duke Foundation, is driving change and raising awareness about race in clinical algorithms.

Tribal Nations Conservation Pledge
Led by Native Americans in Philanthropy, the Tribal Nations Conservation Pledge and Funding Collaborative is rallying philanthropic capital to support Indigenous leaders in conserving their lands, waters and lifeways.

9th American Forest Congress
An unprecedented convening of forest supporters and advocates gather in Washington, D.C., to create a new plan for climate-smart conservation and forest stewardship.
Events
News

Artists Will Lead the Future of Tech
Mar 31, 2026

New Survey Finds Performing Artists See Promise in Tech — But Lack Access and Safeguards
Mar 24, 2026

e-flux Journal
After Exhaustion, a Door
Mar 05, 2026

How Did We Get Here? And Where Can We Go? The Stories Behind Anti-Muslim Bias
Feb 25, 2026

The Marshall Project
How Often Does Child Welfare Call Police in Your State for Positive Drug Tests at Birth?
Feb 18, 2026

@cjnlegalnurse (Instagram)
Who Decides Who Gets Care? Nurses Are Applying the Math
Feb 16, 2026

The New York Times
Should Child Welfare Be Called Over School Absences?
Feb 02, 2026
The Imprint
Rolling Out the Welcome Mat for Prevention
Feb 02, 2026
Reports and papers
What 15 Years of Research in Africa Reveals About Resilient and Responsive Health Systems
Jun 06, 2025

Natural climate solutions for the United States
Oct 31, 2022

Blood Advances
Investing in Operational Research Capacity Building for Front-Line Health Workers Strengthens Countries’ Resilience to Tackling the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dec 17, 2020




