To conclude an intensive week of AI discussions at the United Nations, AI Safety Connect and NYC AI Governance & Safety co-hosted an intimate evening gathering at the historic Yale Club of New York City. The partnership between these organizations underscored a crucial  dimension of AI safety work: building durable community infrastructure that connects global diplomatic efforts with local governance expertise and sustained engagement. The reception provided senior diplomats, AI governance experts, researchers, and policy leaders with an informal setting to reflect on the week's critical discussions and strengthen cross-sector connections.