Initiatives
Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
Executive Chair
The Bulletin equips the public, policymakers, and scientists with the information to reduce man-made existential threats.
California-China Climate Institute
Chair
This UC Berkeley-based initiative spurs climate action through joint research, training, and dialogue.
Council on Criminal Justice
Member
The Council on Criminal Justice works to advance understanding of the criminal justice policy choices facing the nation and build consensus for solutions that enhance safety and justice for all.
Nuclear Threat Initiative
Member
The Nuclear Threat Initiative works to prevent catastrophic attacks and accidents with weapons of mass destruction and disruption – especially nuclear, biological, radiological, chemical, and cybersecurity.
Oakland Military Institute College Preparatory Academy
Chairman
The Oakland Military Institute is a charter school founded by Governor Brown in 2001 that develops leaders of character by providing a rigorous seven-year college preparatory program to promote excellence in academics, leadership, citizenship, and athletics.
University of California Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation
Advisory Board Chair
The UC Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation (IGCC) is a research network comprised of scholars from across the University of California and the Los Alamos and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratories that conducts policy-relevant research to mitigate conflict and promote a more peaceful world order.