OLA 2026 Mid-Year Newsletter
As we reach the midpoint of 2026, we are pleased to share highlights of the Observatory on Latin America’s recent work advancing research, dialogue, and international collaboration. Over the past several months, our activities have brought together scholars,...
Uncertainty and Cities in 2026: Tariffs, Climate Change, and Politics · Event Summary
This report summarizes the Conference of April 13-14, 2026, organized by the Observatory on Latin America of The New School and URBISTIC, a network of Latin American urban researchers. The report includes the following subjects: Achievements of Conference and...
Uncertainty and Cities in 2026: Tariffs, Climate Change, and Politics
The substantive focus of this conference is “Uncertainty and Cities in 2026: Tariffs, Climate Change, and Politics” and will include perspectives from different international, national, and local institutions on the global economy and cities, and particularly the...
International Colloquium “Las ciudades frente a los nuevos gobiernos de derecha” · Event Summary
Michael Cohen attended a Colloquium in Mexico City from March 17-19, 2025, entitled, “Las ciudades frente a los nuevos gobiernos de derecha”, (Cities Confronting New Governments of the Right”), organized by URBS.TIC, UNAM, and UAM. The event was attended by an...
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