NYU Furman Center

NYU Furman Center is a leading research institution dedicated to advancing research and debate on housing, neighborhoods, and urban policy. Established in 1995, it operates as a joint center of the New York University School of Law and the Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service. The center's mission encompasses conducting objective academic and empirical research on legal and public policy issues related to land use, real estate, housing, and urban affairs in the United States. Furthermore, it aims to facilitate productive discussions among various stakeholders, present essential data and analysis about the state of New York City's housing and neighborhoods, and train the next generation of urban policy leaders. Notably, the NYU Furman Center was honored with the prestigious MacArthur Award for Creative and Effective Institutions in 2012, recognizing its excellence in providing objective, policy-relevant research and analyses to address the challenges facing New York City and other communities across the nation. This accolade underscores the center's significant contributions to the field of urban policy and housing research.