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As one of FUSE's most longstanding partners, the City of Los Angeles welcomes two FUSE Executive Fellows to work on advancing employee engagement and developing a climate resilience plan!

In a significant move to improve public transportation in Savannah, FUSE has partnered with Chatham Area Transit (CAT) to enhance transit services, focusing on accessibility and efficiency for residents. This collaboration aims to integrate innovative solutions to address transit challenges, thereby promoting economic inclusivity and mobility. The CAT SMART Microtransit Project Local residents have already … Continued

On June 5, 2024, Washington, DC, was the stage for a significant event focused on affordable housing. This event brought together key organizations, including FUSE, John Legend’s HUMANLEVEL, Living Cities, and the Brookings Institution, to discuss and promote innovative solutions for affordable housing. The event also underscored the importance of partnerships in addressing complex social … Continued

In Travis County, Texas, a groundbreaking approach to youth justice is transforming lives and communities. Led by District Attorney José Garza, this initiative marks a significant shift from punitive measures to a focus on healing and restoration. The journey began in late 2021 when Travis County partnered with FUSE, a national nonprofit, to design an … Continued

FUSE is thrilled to announce the launch of our Spring 2024 Cohort of FUSE Executive Fellows, who are set to embark on transformative projects across various cities and counties nationwide. This cohort is poised to tackle pressing issues ranging from urban resilience and sustainable revitalization to digital equity and healthcare innovation.

The SMART project in Chatham County enhances community resilience by improving transportation connectivity in historically disadvantaged areas. Chatham County is partnering with FUSE to address gaps in transportation, homelessness, and affordable housing, aiming to improve microtransit policy development in the region through collaboration with Chatham Area Transit (CAT), academic institutions, and industry experts. In this … Continued

As we celebrate Black History Month, it’s crucial to reflect not only on the challenges Black communities have faced but also on the resilience and innovation demonstrated in the face of adversity. In Jackson, Mississippi, a historic district once known as Black Wall Street or the Black Mecca in the 1970s, the Farish Street Historic … Continued

Nashville, Tennessee, has faced significant climate challenges, including costly winter storms, destructive tornadoes, flash floods, and the exacerbating effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced municipal preparedness.

As a FUSE Executive Fellow, Hala Farid (2021–23) worked with the Austin Housing and Planning Department (HPD), now the City of Austin Housing Department, to promote partnerships and strategies that increase the number of affordable housing units in the city. She supported community-led anti-displacement strategies and programs that center racial equity, encourage asset building, and … Continued