Debates about how to make New York City more affordable, inclusive, and livable, are happening all around us. This year’s symposium--named for Henry Street’s founder--will address the economic, political, and cultural challenges and opportunities involved in making transformative change in our nation’s largest city. Panelists will address how big decisions are made, the legacies of past mayoral administrations, and how housing, childcare, transportation, and the arts can serve everyone. Speakers: •Chris Marte, New York City Council Member, District 1 •Barika Williams, Executive Director of the Association for Neighborhood and Housing Development •Mason Williams, Chair of Leadership Studies, Associate Professor of Leadership Studies and Political Science, Faculty Affiliate in History, Williams College •Anne Williams-Isom, Former Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services in the Adams Administration •Norah Yahya, Chief Government Affairs Officer, Metropolitan Museum of Art Moderator: Jessica Yager, Senior Director, Housing Justice Initiatives, Center for Justice Innovation.