A Dip into Summer Reading
In August, children visiting select Brooklyn pools had the opportunity to enjoy refreshing ices and pick out free books to take home thanks to the Brooklyn
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Youth
NYCHA Youth Present Design Plans for Local Community Centers
Middle school youth from five NYCHA developments across the city spent part of their summer designing new multi-use spaces for
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Project Move-In Helps NYCHA Students Start College with Confidence
For the second year, a special initiative helped make the transition to living away from home at college a little easier for some college-bound NYCHA residents. Thanks
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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
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Forging the Path as He Walks It: NYCHA-CUNY Scholar David Perez
When David Perez describes his path from the South Bronx to the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, he
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Green City Force Welcomes Its Newest Cohort of Graduates
On October 7, Green City Force (GCF) celebrated the months of hard work and impactful environmental initiatives by its 29th
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Van Dyke I Houses Opens ‘Sapphire’s Corner’ Play Space
One year after breaking ground, the Van Dyke I Houses community celebrated the opening of a new playground and recreation area.
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NYCHA Youth Pitch Plans for Redesigning Community Spaces
Middle school youth from four NYCHA developments have unveiled their visions for transforming communal spaces at their local community centers.
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A Summer of Work at NYCHA: Meet SYEP Intern Natalie Severino
From July 7 through August 15, 2025, 18-year-old NYCHA resident Natalie Severino was one of approximately 170 interns gaining work
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NYCHA Youth Dive into Lifesaving through the Swim Safety Corps
Nearly 100 young NYCHA residents across all five boroughs participated in this six-week summer opportunity.
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