. Supporting the implementation of a Framework for Civic Engagement among community-based organizations (CBOs) serving youth across New York City DYCD developed a universal Framework for Civic Engagement that lays out three primary domains for adopting civic engagement practices into youth and family programming across their city-...
. Conducting a community-based needs-assessment in Brooklyn In early 2023, IMPACCT Brooklyn was engaged in a strategic planning process to ensure it remains a leader as a thriving community-based organization. As part of this process, the organization collaborated with TYTHEdesign to lead a comprehensive needs-assessment process to...
. Examining workforce development programs in the field of urban forestry The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has taken a leadership role as a convener of Forest for All NYC, a coalition tasked with expanding urban forestry job, career, and leadership opportunities, particularly in marginalized communities and those who...
. Building capacity of adult ESOL educators to teach English through civic engagement principles DYCD developed a universal Framework for Civic Engagement that lays out three primary domains for adopting civic engagement practices into the youth and family programming among their city- and government-funded programs. In fall...
. Supporting CS4All Equity Initiatives Computer Science for All Initiative New York City (CS4All), with whom TYTHEdesign has collaborated since 2015, is a 10-year, $80 million plan to bring computer science (CS) education to each of NYC’s 1.1 million public school students. You can read more about...
. Sustaining Equitable Community Engagement During the COVID-19 Pandemic When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in the spring of 2020, the social sector that engages with the community had to quickly pivot and adapt their strategies to minimize disruption. The Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health (a part of...
. Visioning the Future of a Site by Honoring its History In October 2020, Mayor Bill de Blasio and Brooklyn City Council Member Matthieu Eugene announced plans to redevelop the site at the intersection of Bedford and Church Avenues into 100% affordable housing and youth-focussed community...
. Impacting Community Health Outcomes through Participatory Grant-making Health in Action is a multi-faceted approach to enhancing neighborhood agency and capacity to shape community health outcomes. Health in Action is an initiative of the Bureau of Harlem Neighborhood Health at the NYC Department of Health. In collaboration...
. Developing Strategic and Operational Program Manuals for Break Through Tech Flagship Programs Break Through Tech (BTT), a non-profit organization, works to propel more women into tech careers through educational programs, work opportunities, and community building. Working at the intersection of academia and industry, BTT designs solutions...
. Goal and Strategy Setting for Eradicating Domestic/Gender-Based Violence The Gender Justice Task Force is a self-organized body born out of a direct response to how domestic violence and gender-based violence is addressed and responded to across the city. The Task Force includes membership of up...