NYC Department of Youth & Community Development

Missed out on what we’ve been working on lately? ???? Here’s your weekly recap! ?? ?? Make this fall unforgettable and join our community! Share this video and explore DiscoverDYCD for exciting programs and services near you! ?? Check the link below: https://www.nyc.gov/dycd #DiscoverDYCD #NYCYouth #DYCD #BreakingNews

??? It may be raining, but NYC is still in a drought—every drop matters! ?? Protecting our city’s water starts with simple, everyday actions. ?? Check out practical tips from New York City Emergency Management Department to conserve water and safeguard our resources. Visit nyc.gov/savewater to learn how you can help. #ConserveWater #EveryDropCounts #NYC

???? Harvesting Fun & Learning???? What an amazing time we had at the Justice Sonia Sotomayor Community Center in the Bronx! Here’s a recap of our unforgettable day celebrating nutrition and sustainability! ??? From DIY apple cider, butter, and pie-making demos to tasting all those yummy, locally-sourced treats, everyone discovered that sustainability isn’t just good for the planet—it’s delicious too! Huge thanks to Kommissary, @New York City Food Policy, Phipps Neighborhoods, and everyone who made this day extra special! ?????? #FallVibes #SustainableEating #HealthyKids #KommissaryKitchen #CommunityCooking #NYCYouth #HealthyHabits

??Attention New Yorkers! Only 5 days left until NYC lights up orange to end gender-based violence. ?? Don’t forget to wear orange on November 25! Learn more at nyc.gov/16Days NYC Commission on Gender Equity, NYC Mayor's Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence #NYCAgainstGBV #OrangeTheWorld

????? Calling all NYC youth! Your voice matters! Join the Interagency Coordinating Council Public Hearing and share your ideas on how to improve youth services across NYC. ?? Speak directly to reps from 20+ City agencies ?? Get 3 minutes to shine and share your insights ?? Attend in person or on Zoom Whether you want to join us remotely via Zoom or be there in person, your presence will make a difference. ?? #NYCYouth #CommunityVoices #DYCD

???? Calling artists 13+! Submit your art for Queens Public Library's 2025 Banned Books Library Card and take a stand for the freedom to read! ???? Winner gets $2,000! Submit by November 30 : https://lnkd.in/ecmyKzQq #QueensLibrary #BannedBooks #FreedomToRead #ArtContest

??? Fall Fun, Sustainability & Yummy Food! ??? Last week, we had an incredible time at the Justice Sonia Sotomayor Community Center celebrating nutrition & sustainability with kids and families! ???? From making apple cider, butter, and pie to enjoying delicious, locally-sourced dishes, everyone learned how fun & tasty sustainability can be! ????? Thank you to Kommissary, New York City Food Policy, Phipps Neighborhoods, and everyone who joined us for this unforgettable day of hands-on cooking, fun photo ops, and fall treats! ???? #FallFun #SustainableEating #HealthyKids #KommissaryKitchen #CommunityCooking #NYCYouth

?? Calling all Bronx changemakers! The We Are The Bronx Fellowship Against Hate is recruiting for its second cohort! ?? This unique opportunity offers qualified applicants seed funding to launch community-building projects that foster unity and understanding. ?? Applications close Friday, Nov. 29—don’t miss out! Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e5GSkzzZ #WeAreTheBronx #FellowshipAgainstHate

Happy Founders’ Day to Omega Psi Phi! Today, we honor and celebrate the extraordinary legacy of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. Your commitment to scholarship, service, and brotherhood has left an indelible mark on history. Cheers to the bonds of friendship, the pursuit of knowledge, and the positive impact you continue to make in communities worldwide. Wishing Omega Psi Phi a joyous Founders’ Day! #OmegaPsiPhi #FoundersDay #DivineNineExcellence

?? What a night at Madison Square Garden! Over 70 youth experienced the thrill of the Knicks vs. Bulls game, complete with an exclusive Pre-Game Shootaround! ?? This unforgettable evening wasn’t just about the game—it was a powerful reminder to shine a light on youth homelessness. Together, we celebrated resilience, raised awareness, and created lasting memories. #HomelessYouthAwareness #NYCYouth #Knicks #EmpowerYouth #DYCD