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New York City Activates Heat Emergency Plan for First Time in 2025
High heat is expected to continue in NYC through Wednesday, June 25. New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) issued a Extreme Heat Warning, citing the National…
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New Research Identifies NYC Workers Most at Risk of Heat Stress
A new study published in Annals of Work Exposures and Health, coauthored by PRI Workforce Capacity and Preparedness Faculty Co-Lead Brian Pavilonis and CUNY SPH doctoral student persuing his PhD in Environmental and Planetary Health Sciences, Mike Ierardi,…
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‘Trace’ Memorial Art Installation Honors Essential Workers Lost to COVID-19
New York, NY | June 16, 2025 – On May 28, the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy (CUNY SPH) unveiled “Trace,” an interactive art installation memorializing essential workers who lost their lives to COVID-19 in the early…
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16 Students to Lead Arts-Based Public Health Projects with PRI
The New York City Preparedness & Recovery Institute (PRI) is excited to announce that 16 students have been selected to participate in our 2025 summer program exploring creative approaches to public health preparedness and response messaging. This opportunity,…
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Study Explores COVID-19 Communication Gaps in Diverse Sydney Communities
Danielle Greene, PRI Chief Operating Officer for CUNY SPH, coauthored a new article published in Public Health titled Insights from stakeholders in Sydney’s diverse ethnic communities during the COVID-19 Delta phase. The study examines how culturally and linguistically…
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Honoring Our Collective Care: Community Leaders Reunite to Reflect and Reconnect
Five years ago, mutual aid networks flourished across New York City. Neighbors checked on each other, strangers delivered groceries, and community leaders took action. These grassroots efforts formed the backbone of the city’s pandemic response, often filling gaps…
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As Federal Support Declines, PRI’s Mitch Stripling Issues a Call to Action in the Chronicle of Philanthropy
In a new Chronicle of Philanthropy opinion piece, Mitch Stripling, Director of the NYC Preparedness & Recovery Institute, issues a stark warning: federal support for local and state public health preparedness may be on the brink of evaporation.…
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Call for Interest: Student Summer Projects Exploring Creative Approaches to Public Health Preparedness and Response Messaging
The New York City Preparedness & Recovery Institute (PRI) is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity through our Racial Equity and Social Determinants of Health (RESDH) Team for students at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health…
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Commentary: Five Years After COVID, We Are Sitting Ducks
The following is an excerpt of a commentary recently published by the Times Union and authored by PRI Leads, Wafaa El-Sadr and Ayman El-Mohandes. To be ready for the next pandemic will take investment both locally and globally.…
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COVID-19, Five Years Later: What We’re Learning About NYC’s Societal Response to Emergencies
Five years ago, the first case of COVID-19 was identified in New York City (NYC). Shortly after, the city was in the midst of an unparalleled crisis, one that would upend daily life, devastate communities, and test our…
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Join The PRI COVID-19 Community Convenings
We’ve reluctantly decided to postpone the PRI COVID-19 Community Convenings. We realize that more time is needed to get the word out and allow for those interested to attend. We are sincerely apologize for this change. It was a…
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NYC Pandemic Response Institute to Become NYC Preparedness & Recovery Institute
The NYC Pandemic Response Institute will become the NYC Preparedness & Recovery Institute (PRI). This change reflects the breadth of our focus on preparedness and recovery for all public health emergencies, ensuring a stronger and more resilient New…
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New York City Activates Heat Emergency Plan for First Time in 2025
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Resilient Futures – Communications: Messaging the Moment
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New Research Identifies NYC Workers Most at Risk of Heat Stress
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‘Trace’ Memorial Art Installation Honors Essential Workers Lost to COVID-19
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Highlights from the PRI Innovation Showcase
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16 Students to Lead Arts-Based Public Health Projects with PRI