NYC PIT Pop-Up 2025 - Participant Application

The CUNY Public Interest Technology Lab, in partnership with BetaNYC, invites artists, community and civic partners, researchers, entrepreneurs, activists, data scientists, and tinkerers to demo their Public Interest Technology projects at the first-ever NYC PIT Pop-Up.

Help us create a unique storefront in the Oculus where the public can connect with innovators, mission-driven organizations, scientists, performers, technologists, and civic leaders to showcase technology as a tool for an equitable and just future.

We are seeking projects that engage visitors in hands-on, interactive experiences: from data storytelling and civic tech demos to participatory art installations and community mapping.

Community activists and artists are encouraged to apply, particularly those exploring futurisms tied to specific cultural practices, visions, or spiritual/sci-fi traditions. 


Event Dates: October 27 - November 6, 2025
Location: The Oculus, Downtown Manhattan
Hosted by: CUNY Public Interest Technology (PIT) Lab in partnership with BetaNYC
Application Deadline: October 6, 2025 (deadline extended)
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED ON ROLLING BASIS - ENTER EARLY TO BE INCLUDED! 
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Email *
Contact Information  *
Your Name as Contact Person
Organization/Team Name/Campus/Affiliation (if any):
Phone *
Website/Portfolio/Social Media Links (optional)
Project Details *
Project Title
Brief Project Description (150-200 words) *
(What is your project? What issues or ideas does it explore? Why are you excited for it to be included in the Pop Up as an example of Public Interest Technology?)
Which best describes your type of project? (Check all that apply) *
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Briefly describe your tech/equipment needs: *
(Internet connection, monitors, tables, power needs, etc.)
Team Description *
Provide a short description all people who will be leading your project and on-site. List all team members (if applicable); 
Cultural, Futurist, Tech Justice Themes
(Please describe how your work explores futurism tied to specific cultures, practices, visions, spiritual/sci-fi/social/critical traditions)
Scheduling & Logistics *
We will be "open to the public" from 2PM - 8PM from Monday - Friday and 12PM - 8PM on Saturday & Sunday.
Please indicate the day that you prefer. Feel free to choose as many dates that work for you.
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Brief Description of Setup Requirements & Estimated Setup Time *
Accessibility Needs *
Please indicate if you have any particular needs related to accessibility also please indicate how you will ensure that your contribution will be accessible to all visitors.
Livestream/Media Production Consent *
We will be livestreaming the entire event and generating various forms of digital content throughout. Do you give permission to us to share your participation in this event widely?
A copy of your responses will be emailed to the address you provided.
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