Youth - The NYCHA Journal

NYCHA Youth “Air the Truth” at Smoke-Free Workshop

Change requires a community, especially when it comes to smoking. This issue is particularly important for young people, because while

When David Perez describes his path from the South Bronx to the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, he

On October 7, Green City Force (GCF) celebrated the months of hard work and impactful environmental initiatives by its 29th

One year after breaking ground, the Van Dyke I Houses community celebrated the opening of a new playground and recreation area.

Middle school youth from four NYCHA developments have unveiled their visions for transforming communal spaces at their local community centers.

From July 7 through August 15, 2025, 18-year-old NYCHA resident Natalie Severino was one of approximately 170 interns gaining work

Nearly 100 young NYCHA residents across all five boroughs participated in this six-week summer opportunity.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes August as Children and Youth Preparedness Month because children often react

On May 9, Green City Force celebrated the months of hard work and impactful environmental initiatives by its 28th cohort

Residents will have the opportunity to take part in the next cohorts of the NYCHA Youth Tech Corps program.