Brooklyn Institute for Social Research Employee Directory
Higher EducationNew York, United States11-50 Employees
The Brooklyn Institute for Social Research is an interdisciplinary teaching and research organization that provides critical, community-based education in the humanities and social sciences. It partners with local businesses and cultural organizations to connect rigorous scholarly work with the everyday lives of working adults, aiming to reimagine scholarship for the 21st century. Based in New York City, the institute operates as a small to mid-sized nonprofit within the higher education sector. In the higher education landscape, it positions itself as a bridge between academic study and community life. Recent developments include the appointment of Suzanne Schneider as Executive Director in June 2026. The organization also formed a partnership with Twelve Ten Gallery in 2023, illustrating its collaborative approach with cultural partners.