We are saddened to share the passing of Debby Lee Cohen, Founder and Executive Director of partner project Cafeteria Culture. Through her commitment to achieve equitable zero waste in NYC public schools, Debby Lee paved the way for New York City’s 2019 and New York State’s 2022 foam bans. With passion, leadership, and immense kindness, … Continued
Join us for an insightful discussion on the future of New York City’s Community Boards and their preparation for upcoming term limit transitions. Moderated by Celestina Leon, District Manager of Brooklyn Community Board 4, the panel features Hon. Gale A. Brewer, Council Member for the 6th District, Rosie Mendez, Director of Legislation & Policy for … Continued
We are excited to announce that President Lisette Nieves will be a panelist at the 2024 NYU Future Workforce Global Summit on Thursday, June 20 and Friday. June 21, 2024, in Berlin, Germany. Register now to join FCNY President, Lisette Nieves, NYU SPS, and others in discussions about themes of future workforce development, including … Continued
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