Civic Hall

It’s been an incredible first year of #collaboration, #innovation and #community at Civic Hall! We’re proud of the progress we’ve made together, bringing tech and civic engagement to the heart of our community. Join us as we continue to grow! Become a Civic Hall member and gain access to: ?? Networking Opportunities ?? Exclusive Resources & Workshops ?? Collaborative Workspaces ?? Special Events & Speaker Series Let’s make year two even more impactful—join Civic Hall today!

Since our center opened one year ago today, #CivicHall has set a genuine example of how community-focused tech and innovation can create real pathways to success. The Bernard Goldstein Center has seen over 1,000 individuals enroll in our digital skills or tech training programs – reflecting our commitment to equipping individuals with essential skills in our city’s dynamic tech sector. Civic Hall truly appreciates every individual who joined our courses, advanced a shared project or simply walked through our doors. Thank you all. Join us on November 20 as Civic Hall hosts a celebratory NY Tech Alliance Meet Up – we can’t wait to begin another year of opportunity! #PowerofPossible #TheSpaceThatMovesYourMind

#ThankYou Today, our Bernard Goldstein Center at Union Square celebrates its one year anniversary! #CivicHall’s first year was defined by the people who brought this center to life, advancing digital equity for the workforce of tomorrow. We hosted over 150 events and welcomed more than 35,000 visitors to our Center as we continue our mission of technological education and civic engagement. Thank you all for allowing us to make an impact in your community. This first year was just the beginning – looking forward to everything on the horizon! #PowerofPossible #TheSpaceThatMovesYourMind

?? Yesterday, we announced an exciting partnership! Transfr is now headquartered at Civic Hall's Bernard Goldstein Center in #NYC! By combining forces, we're set to empower the next generation of workers with immersive #VRTraining and build a more inclusive, tech-driven workforce. Stay tuned as we work together to transform opportunities for underserved communities worldwide! #PowerofPossible Learn more: https://bit.ly/4h3TPXx

#NEWS: Transfr has chosen Civic Hall's Bernard Goldstein Center in #UnionSquare as its new international HQ! ?? This bold move will help expand their VR-based training programs globally, while deepening their commitment to creating career pathways for underserved communities. Together, we're breaking barriers and opening doors to meaningful careers through innovation and tech. #VRTraining #PowerofPossible Learn more: https://bit.ly/4h3TPXx

?? Exciting News! ?? We’re thrilled to announce our new Introductory IT Course, in partnership with Verizon. This course is specially designed to equip learners with the skills needed to pursue various information technology roles while boosting confidence in today’s fast-paced tech world. ??? Classes start October 1st—don’t miss your chance to jumpstart your tech journey. Join us and be part of the next wave of IT professionals! #ITTraining #TechEducation #Verizon #CareerReady #TechJourney

?? Exciting day at Civic Hall! We welcomed Pursuit, an incredible organization that boosts software engineer fellows from an average income of $18K to over $90K. Their fellows benefit from technical training, industry access and career support, achieving an average of 400%+ jump in income! We are proud to host game-changers like Pursuit who are democratizing success in tech. #PowerofPossible https://bit.ly/3yPEvMG

?? Exciting News! Civic Hall is partnering with LaGuardia Community College to offer graduates from their leading digital skills training programs a FREE one-year membership at our Union Square space. Graduates will have the chance to explore new opportunities in tech and innovation, attend specialized job fairs & join a community where collaboration and progress thrive. Here's to fostering the next generation of leaders with the #PowerofPossible ?? Learn More: https://bit.ly/4fHAwCL

?? Exciting News! ?? We're thrilled to announce a $25,000 donation from Verizon to support our new Introduction to IT program, designed to empower underserved communities with essential #tech skills. This generous funding will provide scholarships, making tech education accessible to those who need it most. In partnership with CompTIA, participants will gain critical #IT knowledge and work towards the IT Fundamentals+ certification—a crucial step for anyone looking to jumpstart their career in technology. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive digital future with the #PowerofPossible ?? https://bit.ly/4cTY0lD

Save the Date! ?? Thursday, July 25 ?? DVS NYC – Tatiana Kalainoff: Empowering People Through Data Physicalization ? 6 - 8:30pm EDT Join us at the Data Visualization Society in NYC for an inspiring evening hosted by our member, The Information Lab. Hear from Tatiana Lahera Kalainoff, a designer and data visualization artist, as she explores her project "Rezoning: At What Cost?" and the power of data physicalization. ? Why Attend? - Learn about data, design, and storytelling - Network with like-minded professionals - Enjoy free snacks! Note: Space is limited. Thanks to The Information Lab & Graphicacy for their support! ?? #DataVisualization #Networking #PowerofPossible Sign up: https://bit.ly/3W0ZV1a