For Youth By Youth

Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?

Soundview, Mott Haven & 2 fare zone communities

Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.

Youth

Public Housing Residents

Justice Impacted People

Limited English Speakers

Immigrants/ Migrants

Unhoused People

Low Income People

LGBTQ+, "Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color", Someone Else

Describe the challenge you want to address:

Engage youth in productive activities that take them outside of immediate circle to prevent things like fighting, addiction to social media, substance abuse and abusive relationships.

What is the solution to the challenge?

Youth led & developed workshops, cultural events including field trips with adult guidance. The idea being if youth are put in decision making positions they will pick/develop programs that interest other youth and in the process develop interpersonal and professional skills and experiences.

Please provide your Zip Code

10451