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CUNY FATHERHOOD ACADEMY AT LAGUARDIA
Now, for the first time, CUNY will prepare 18-24 year old non-custodial fathers for employment and for entry into higher education.
The CUNY Fatherhood Academy at LaGuardia Community College will strengthen fathers and families and promote responsible fatherhood and economic stability by connecting young fathers to services on a college campus.
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DYCD REDESIGNS THE "YOUTH CONNECT E-BLAST"
DYCD has redesigned the "Youth Connect E-Blast”-giving it a facelift, but providing the same great information and resources with a new and fresher look for the New Year. If your organization has an event, an employment opportunity, or some meaningful information that you would like featured and shared with over 10,000 subscribers, email us at: youthconnect@dycd.nyc.gov or call Youth Connect at (800) 246-4646 Monday to Friday, 9:00AM-7:00PM.
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SUMMER LEARNING PILOT REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS
The Fund for Public Schools (FPS), in collaboration with the NYC Department of Education (DOE) and the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), invites elementary, middle, and K-8 schools and youth development organizations to form partnerships to deliver creative, engaging, and fun summer learning programs that support academic growth and youth development, promote attendance and engagement, involve families as partners, and encourage health and fitness.
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NYC LADDERS FOR LEADERS PROGRAM 2011 ANNUAL REPORT
NYC Ladders for Leaders is a college and career readiness program offering New York City high school and college students professional paid summer internships, free college preparatory and SAT courses, career guidance, and leadership development workshops.
Launched by Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, NYC Ladders for Leaders is a joint program of the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) and the NYC Commission on Women’s Issues (CWI).
Read the 2011 Annual Report (in PDF)
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SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM 2011 ANNUAL SUMMARY
The 2011 Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) employed 31,000 youth at about 5,700 worksites located throughout the City.
Read the 2011 Annual Summary (in PDF)
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NEW “FIND A PROGRAM” APPLICATION LAUNCHED
DYCD has launched a new "Find a Program" application to better serve New Yorkers. Click the purple button to the left to find a program in your neighborhood or borough. If you’re still having trouble finding what you’re looking for, please call Youth Connect at (800) 246-4646.
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NEW YORK CITY NAMED ONE OF THE NATION’S 100 BEST COMMUNITIES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE BY AMERICA’S PROMISE ALLIANCE AND ING
In a celebration of America’s young people and the communities most dedicated to helping local youth graduate from high school, America’s Promise Alliance has announced the 2011 100 Best Communities for Young People presented by ING. This year, more than 300 communities in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., were nominated for the competition. Twenty-two communities are now five-time winners and 29 communities are first-time recipients of the honor. New York City was recognized for the 4th time as one of the best communities for youth. The entire 2011 list of 100 Best Communities for Young People and their accomplishments can be found at www.americaspromise.org/100Best.
America's Promise Profile
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DYCD FISCAL MANUAL FOR FY2012 IS NOW AVAILABLE ON-LINE
The revised DYCD Fiscal Manual for FY2012 is now available on-line. Among the revisions for FY2012: The definition of full-time employee versus part-time employee is clarified. The Fiscal Agent fee scale has been changed under the new contract which began July 1, 2011. No bids are required for purchases up to $5,000.
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TEEN ACTION PROGRAM RFP ORGANIZATIONS DETERMINED ELIGIBLE FOR AWARD
DYCD is announcing the organizations determined eligible to receive an award under the Teen ACTION Program RFP. The programs allow youth enrolled in grades 7–10 to design and implement a meaningful service project that meets a need in their community.
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LITERACY SERVICES PROGRAM RFP ORGANIZATIONS DETERMINED ELIGIBLE FOR AWARD
DYCD is announcing the organizations determined eligible to receive an award under the Literacy Services Program RFP. Literacy Programs offer Adult Basic Education (ABE), General Educational Development (GED) Tests preparation, English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and Basic Education in the Native Language (BENL) instructional services.
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WE ARE PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE RELEASE OF THE FIRST ANNUAL STATE OF THE NYC WORKFORCE SYSTEM REPORT: ONE SYSTEM FOR ONE CITY
“One System for One City,” the first annual report on New York City’s menu of workforce development services, offers a comprehensive picture of publicly funded and administered employment, training and workforce education programs in New York City, including demographic information on customers served as well as a complete program inventory.
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COMMISSIONER MULLGRAV IS PLEASED TO PRESENT THE 2010 DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ANNUAL REPORT
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NEW REPORT EXAMINES WALLACE FOUNDATION-SUPPORTED EFFORTS IN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS IN 5 CITIES
This three-volume report examines Wallace-supported efforts in five cities to build systems to improve the quality and accessibility of after-school, summer and other out-of-school time (OST) programs...
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PREQUALIFICATION (PQL) FOR NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING
Any organization applying to the New York City Council to receive one or more discretionary award(s) totaling more than $10,000 must be Prequalified. DYCD administers the Prequalification (PQL) process for City Council Discretionary funding on behalf of the City, under the guidance of the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services.
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“FRESH START KITS” FOR VULNERABLE YOUTH
DYCD is assembling “Fresh Start Kits” containing personal hygiene items to help
runaway and homeless youth maintain their dignity in the face of significant
challenges.
DYCD reached out to local businesses and national retailers
seeking donations of non-perishable snacks, soap, shampoo, toothbrushes and
toothpaste, band-aids and other essential items to be distributed to vulnerable
youth who are receiving services through DYCD-funded programs. A number of
civic-minded businesses have contributed to the “Fresh Start Kits”,
including:
• American Hygiene
Industries
• Estee
Lauder
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NIKE
• Vinnie’s
Styles
• Pathmark
DYCD
continues to seek donations; New Yorkers can call the Youth Connect hotline at
(800) 246-4646 if they are interested in making a donation or know of a
potential partner.
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Interested in volunteering? The Mayor's Volunteer Center can find you the right cause.
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 | Register to Vote
Register to vote in the next election.
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 | Learn about Family Planning Benefit Program (FPBP)
A free and completely confidential New York State program that provides family planning services to teens, women and men who meet certain income and residency requirements.
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 | A New Way to Learn English on TV
We Are New York is a new TV show for people learning English. You will see stories of hope, love, family and friends. And you will learn the English you need to make it in New York City.
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 | ACCESS NYC - Benefit Information
Screen your family for up to 35 City, State, and Federal health and human service benefit programs. In addition to screening, you can learn about the programs, how to apply, where to go, and even print filled in applications.
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 | Learn about your Community Board
The Community Assistance Unit provides information on all New York City Community Boards.
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 | Locate City Services using NYCityMap
Use NYCityMap to find information on transportation, education, public safety, resident services, neighborhood information, and City life.
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 | Choosing a Good Day Care Program
The Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene offers tips, referrals, health advisories, and more.
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To protect children from falls, the Health Department urges New Yorkers to make sure window guards are in place. For more information about approved window guards call 311.
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