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People, Policy, and Possibility: Newark’s Path to a Green and Resilient Future
November 3, 2025
BCPI Summer Scholar Lyonne Zhu reflects on her summer embedded in Newark City Hall, exploring how resident-led innovation drives sustainable change.
Inaugural Public Innovators Network Summit Insights
The Public Innovators Network Summit brought 155 city leaders together to reimagine how governments sustain innovation and improve residents’ lives.
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Inside City Hall: Summer Scholars Drive Innovation
BCPI Summer Scholars partnered with city halls nationwide in 2025 to spur innovation in public safety, sustainability, and climate resilience.
Inaugural Public Innovators Network Summit Insights
The Public Innovators Network Summit brought 155 city leaders together to reimagine how governments sustain innovation and improve residents’ lives.
People, Policy, & Possibility: Newark’s Path to a Resilient Future
BCPI Summer Scholar Lyonne Zhu reflects on her summer in Newark City Hall and how resident-led innovation drives sustainable change.
Why Cities Should Embrace Friction in Partnerships
Friction in partnerships catalyzes innovation. Learn how cities like Amsterdam are leveraging partnerships to enhance the design and governance of public spaces.
Love Your Block Programs Open Mini-Grant Applications
Sixteen U.S. cities launched their Love Your Block mini-grant competitions to fund community investment projects.
New Playbook on Innovation for Cities, Mayors, and Governments
The Path to Public Innovation Playbook compiles 10-plus years of city experiences of innovation team best practices into a comprehensive guide for local governments seeking to drive meaningful change.
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Public Innovators Network
The Public Innovators Network welcomes local government leaders and staff who are committed to using innovation, data, collaboration, and resident engagement to deliver exceptional results for people. It is the premier place to learn from one another and access cutting-edge resources and support from Bloomberg Philanthropies.
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The Path to Public Innovation Playbook and Toolkit offer comprehensive guidance designed for city leaders and practitioners aiming to build innovation capacity, improve resident outcomes, and promote trust in government. Featuring lessons from i-teams in cities across the globe, the Playbook and Toolkit provide practical frameworks to deliver impact and achieve systems-level transformation.