News & Perspectives

May 20, 2024: HIV is Not a Crime: New York State HIV Criminalization Trainings

…addressing stigma, legal literacy, and the intersections of law and science. Presenters: — Jada Hicks, JD (she/her), CHLP — viento izquierdo ugaz (they/he), Trans Equity Consulting RSVP via Zoom: http://www.bit.ly/HIV-DECRIM-4…

View result

Awardee

Kathleen Hughes

…her leadership has influenced countless arts professionals at the Agency and beyond. More than anything, Hughes understands how the arts can underwrite an enhanced quality of life for New Yorkers….

View result

News & Perspectives

November 18, 2024: Book Talk with Dr. Elaine Ruiz Lopez, Author of โ€œThe Fight for Equity in the Bronxโ€

…into the challenges of achieving educational equity in underserved areas, inspiration to pursue personal goals while contributing to community transformation, and motivation to engage in advocacy for social justice and…

View result

Awardee

Margaret Forgione

Margaret Forgione’s journey from her childhood in Stamford, Connecticut, to her current role as First Deputy Commissioner of the NYC Department of Transportation is deeply rooted in her commitment to…

View result

Fellow

Jasmin Roussos

…a nonprofit organization providing artistic opportunities as a mental healing tool for the low-income elderly community. Her goal is to combine her passion for supporting underrepresented communities and her profession…

View result

News & Perspectives

New Yorkers Share Challenges Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic

…the diversity and influence of community voices in policy-making by developing data-driven dialogue between community leaders, constituents, and governments. It aims to reach individuals across the five boroughs to ensure…

View result

Fellow

Monali Gandhi

…infrastructure while incorporating community feedback and participation. By working with institutions and community organizations with ties to city government, Monali hopes to understand communities’ needs and directly address them through…

View result

Awardee

Patrick Callahan

When Patrick Callahan arrived at The Bronx Center for Science and Mathematics in 2012, the only science course the school offered not tied to a Regents Exam was AP Biology….

View result

Awardee

Maria Elizabeth A. Dela Cruz

…like Ms. Dela Cruz who can teach beyond an exam and get students to see math at its conceptual core. Calculus III in college was easy compared to the work…

View result

Awardee

Elisa Margarita

Growing up in a nearby hamlet of Commack, surrounded by the area’s many nature preserves, hiking trails, and beaches, Dr. Margarita developed a strong zeal and appreciation for the environment…

View result
Previous
Page 7 of 30
Next