Equity in Democracy

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Our Mission

Persistent and unyielding in our commitment to a just multiracial democracy, Public Wise fights to secure a government that reflects the will and protects the rights of the people. We accomplish this through education, research, organizing, funding, and partnerships that support more voting and more equitable representation.

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Vision

Public Wise envisions a democracy that is truly of the people, by the people, and for the people, with a government that is representative, accountable, trusted, and transparent.

Board of Directors

Eric Laufer

Board President
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Andy Bernstein

Board Member

Executive Director, HeadCount

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Jacob Faber, PhD

Board Member

Associate Professor of Sociology and Public Service, NYU

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Kristen Dart

Board Member

Vice President of Political Affairs, Planned Parenthood, Empire State Acts

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Shijuade Kadree

Board Member

Head of Tech Equity and the Tech Accountability Coalition at the Aspen Digital Institute

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Stephanie Miliano

Board Member
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Clara Perlmutter

Board Member

Content Creator

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Dr. Reginald Bolding

Board Member
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