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Upcoming Event

Purpose and Flourishing in the 5-Generation Workplace

The annual convening of the Initiative on Purpose and Flourishing is aimed at elevating key insights from both academia and best practices within organizations on topics related to building a workplace of greater meaning and wellbeing. Our 2025 convening will be centered around building a multigenerational workplace by design. 

Initiative Events

Annual Convening

The annual convening of the Initiative on Purpose and Flourishing is aimed at elevating key insights from both academia and best practices within organizations on topics related to building a workplace of greater meaning and wellbeing. Aligning with a core value of the Initiative to bridge theory and practice, academics and researchers will meet business leaders and practitioners to explore questions related to a shared goal of creating workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Seminars

The Initiative organizes a series of seminars focused on bridging theory and practice. These smaller gatherings will facilitate intimate discussions, deep dives into specific topics, and allow for direct collaboration between scholars and practitioners.

Lecture Series

Prominent experts from around the world deliver lectures at NYU, offering students and the broader community exposure to leading-edge research and practical applications in purpose-driven leadership and well-being.