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About

Youth-led 501(c)(3) organization advocating for more livable and equitable cities.

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What

The New Urbanism Initiative, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is a youth-led organization advocating for more livable and equitable cities. Through policy research, political advocacy, and sparking civic engagement, NUI fights for effective public transit, affordable housing, sustainable land use, and walkable, bikeable streets.

Why

NUI is built on the broader belief that car-dependent American cities must become more livable and equitable, giving youth, seniors, low-income residents, and people with disabilities better access to opportunity while making cities safer, healthier, more beautiful, and more environmentally-friendly.

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Directors

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Justin Chen
Founder & Executive Director
Neel Jonnala
Deputy Executive Director
Director, Policy & Research Affairs
Yihan Zhao
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Yasseen Fakhry
Director, Bay Area Operations
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Elaine Luo
Anika Kasinadhuni
Director, Education
Director, Marketing & Communications

California Team Leads

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Anthea Sun
Anika Goyal
Isabella Estrada
Lead, Mid-Peninsula Team
Lead, South Bay Team
Lead, Alameda Team

New York Team Leads

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Hridhaan Doshi
Lead, New York Metropolitan Team
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