World Affairs Institute for Changemakers Across Sectors

Becoming a Global City: Pittsburgh’s place in the world

Join us on February 25 to explore how we can leverage our region’s rich history to become a global city.

The Pittsburgh region is at a crossroads, and which stories we lean into–and the actions we take to shape both the understanding of who we are and an appreciation of what we have to offer on a global stage–will make an undeniable difference in what our region’s future looks like.

Through interactive sessions and workshops, we’ll examine issues of global importance and local relevance to better understand our role in the global economy and an interconnected, changing world.

What’s our region’s brand, and what’s the role of arts and culture? What are our competitive economic advantages, and how do we attract and retain a diverse workforce? How do we mitigate our climate impacts and work to become a more climate resilient city? Together, we’ll grapple with questions of our potential future as an aspiring global city that boasts a strong economy, welcoming communities, vibrant culture, and prosperity for all.

Sessions in our Changemakers Across Sectors track include:

• Competing on a Global Stage: Our Region’s Economic Advantages
  By examining our region’s key economic advantages and new innovative partnerships, we’ll identify opportunities to enhance our global competitiveness and drive growth. We will explore how cities can collaborate, compete, and learn from one another.
• Why Global Cities Must be Climate Resilient Cities
  In this session we’ll explore why climate action, mitigation, and resiliency are vital to becoming a global city, and we’ll discuss real-world examples to inspire actionable steps. By understanding our climate challenges and strengths, we can meaningfully address what holds us back and leverage what is of benefit to our communities and economy.
• Becoming Globally Minded, Globally Connected
  In the final session of the day, we will explore what it means to be globally minded and how diversity, innovation, and international connections are part of Pittsburgh’s global ecosystem. We’ll discuss how we can cultivate these elements further to drive economic growth, retain talent, build welcome communities, and create lasting prosperity for all.
  

Who is a Changemaker Across Sectors?

We define changemakers across sectors as people at all stages of their careers across the nonprofit, public, and private sectors who want to make Pittsburgh a more globally minded and globally connected city.

What Else To Know

Check In: When you arrive, please check in at the registration table in front of the Rangos Ballroom. There, our team will greet you and point you in the right direction.

Parking: The World Affairs Institute will be held at the Carnegie Mellon University's Cohon Student Center located at 5032 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA. Click here to find a visitor parking information.

Dress Code: We invite you to show up in your favorite conference wear — you decide what that means for you. We want you to feel comfortable and ready to dig into the important work of building a globally minded, globally connected Pittsburgh.

We are grateful to Rotary International for their partnership on this event.