Join us on June 6 for an immersive armchair chat with FCNY President, Lisette Nieves and Letisha Marrero, the author of “Salsa Magic,” her debut middle-grade novel. Listen as Marrero shares her inspiration behind “Salsa Magic,” her deep Nuyorican roots, and the importance of Latine representation in children’s literature. About the Book: In “Salsa Magic,” … Continued
The youth mental health crisis is escalating, and we need collective solutions to navigate this complex challenge. Join us on May 30th for a fireside chat featuring The Door’s CEO, Kelsey Louie, and Linda Lausell Bryant, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs at NYU, and FCNY President, Lisette Nieves. This thought-provoking discussion will delve into the … Continued
CHLP will be participating in an institute on HIV criminalization at SYNC2024, the Tenth Annual National Conference for HIV, HCV, STIs, Harm Reduction, and LGBTQ Health. The Unveiling HIV: Challenging Assumptions on Molecular Surveillance and Criminalization Institute will take place on Wednesday, May 29 from 2-6pm at the conference in Washington, DC. EVENT DETAILS DATE … Continued
CHLP, Trans Equity Consulting and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene are presenting this series of virtual trainings for people living with HIV, medical providers, and those working in the criminal justice sector located in New York. Attendees are invited to learn about the myriad ways current HIV criminalization laws and policies impact … Continued
Get drawn in to the vivid portrayal of a Puerto Rican family grappling with the sudden disappearance of their daughter, Ruthy, with Claire Jimenez’s award-winning novel, What Happened to Ruthy Ramirez. About the Book The story begins in Staten Island, where the Ramirez women—Jessica, Nina, and their mother, Dolores—have each been marked by … Continued
big picture – Our obligation is love from Blue Seat Studios on Vimeo. In a world that often values toughness and authority over kindness and empathy, Carlos Moreno challenges the conventional norms of what it means to be a leader in today’s educational landscape and beyond. Join us for an exclusive book talk with … Continued
We are excited to announce that President Lisette Nieves has been appointed to the advisory board of the New Arrivals Strategy Team. The team is dedicated to developing comprehensive strategies that support new arrival migrants in their efforts to integrate into society. These strategies prioritize both immediate and long-term needs. As a nonprofit leader of the … Continued
Join us on April 30th for an inspiring evening with Dr. Amada Santiago, a first-generation immigrant and esteemed scholar in Latin American and Latinx Studies. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in the Bronx, Dr. Santiago’s journey is one of perseverance and dedication to education. Her work highlights the realities faced by migrant youth and their … Continued
The Inspirame Latina Foundation warmly invites women in leadership to come together on April 2nd for an empowering session on conquering imposter syndrome and embracing your true potential. This is your exclusive invitation to meet six trailblazing women who are redefining leadership, entrepreneurship, and empowerment. Our Esteemed Panelists: Julissa Alvarez, an influential leader whose … Continued
The Fund for the City of New York proudly announces the 2024 winners of the Sloan Awards for Excellence in Teaching Science and Mathematics. For 15 years, these awards have honored New York City public high school educators who inspire and guide their students toward futures in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This year, … Continued
Over the last two decades, our President, Dr. Lisette Nieves and her team have driven notable and impactful leadership development initiatives with cross-sectoral leaders and organizations across the country. We are excited to share that she is continuing to build on this work by leading significant capacity building initiatives at Fund for the City of … Continued
The Fund for the City of New York is thrilled to invite you to a special Meet & Greet event featuring Lucria Ortiz, the dynamic new President & CEO of The Opportunity Network (OppNet). About Lucria Ortiz Lucria Ortiz is a visionary leader whose career spans over 20 years across non-profit, government, and legal sectors. … Continued