Jason Wong

Urban Fellow @New York City Independent Budget Office

New York, NY, US

Selected as one of 25 fellows for the prestigious NYC Urban Fellows Program, a selective nine-month fellowship combining agency work with intensive seminars on pressing urban policy issues.Placed at the New York City Independent Budget Office (IBO), contributing to research and analysis that supports transparency and accountability in city government.Participate in weekly seminars and discussions with leading policymakers, academics, and civic leaders to gain firsthand knowledge of New York City government.Build mentoring relationships with public servants and program alumni, while developing skills in public policy, data analysis, and civic engagement.Engage with a diverse cohort of fellows, cultivating collaboration, leadership, and cross-sector understanding of government operations.