Do you know a dance or step team that's ready to bring social change to the stage? Enter them now in the 2016 competition: bit.ly/stepitup16 Auditions will take place December 4 and 5.

For more information on Step It Up and to take a look back at the 2015 winners, visit: http://www.nyc.gov/dycd.

Please Save the Date for CLCU’s 8th Annual Latino College Fair on November 21, 2015, at Fordham University, Rose Hill Campus!

Visit: http://bit.ly/LCF15Reg for more information.

The NYC Junior Ambassadors program targets youth at a critical time in their personal and intellectual growth, and helps them understand the real connections between themselves, their city and the world at large. The program will provide ten groups of 7th grade students from school classrooms or afterschool programs singular access to the United Nations community, including a curated visit to the United Nations Headquarters and a classroom visit from a senior UN diplomat.

For more information, visit: on.nyc.gov/1W9NjNl

The Urban Fellows Program is sponsored by The City of New York and administered by the Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS). The program is designed to introduce America's finest college students and graduates to local government and public service.

For more information about the Urban Fellows Program, visit: http://on.nyc.gov/1Q63JXy or call 311 or dial (212) NEW-YORK if outside of NYC.

Did you know that young people who are in a quality mentoring relationship are more likely to do better in school and have aspirations to go to college? They’re more equipped to make responsible decisions and model good behavior too. These qualities make them more likely to grow up to be a productive and engaged citizen, which makes our communities stronger.

To find out more information on how you can become a mentor, please contact Cynthia Malave-Baez via email at Cmalave-baez@dycd.nyc.gov or by phone at 646.343.6468

Pathfinder is the one place for job and professional development opportunities available to the dedicated people who work in afterschool, expanded learning time and youth programs in New York City.

To view all current openings, visit: http://bit.ly/1us6fMo

Food Bank For New York City has been the City's major hunger relief organization, working to end hunger throughout the five boroughs for more than 30 years. Nearly one in five New Yorkers relies on Food Bank for food and other resources.

For information on volunteering or donating, visit: foodbanknyc.org/.

New York City offers children and teens a wide range of afterschool and summer activities from paid museum internships to free science research programs. The free and low-cost programs are a great way to explore new interests, get extra support, and supplement what is being taught during the school day.

For more information, visit: www.insideschools.org/free-programs  

Year Up is a one year, intensive training program that provides low income young adults, ages 18-24, with a combination of hands-on skill development, college credits and corporate internships.

For more information and to apply, visit: www.yearup.org

The Emerald Empire contains over 1,700 parks, playgrounds and recreation facilities. But it is also affiliated with a wide array of other attractions, including historic houses, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens and a large public art program.

For more information, visit: on.nyc.gov/1NYwRAp

DYCD offers dynamic professional opportunities with excellent benefits.

To view all current openings, visit www.nyc.gov/dycd

NYC Service targets volunteers to address New York City's greatest needs by mobilizing the power of volunteers to impact six areas: Strengthening Communities; Education Excellence; Economic and Workforce Development; Health and Well Being; Environment; and Emergency Preparedness and Response.

For information on volunteer opportunities in your area, visit: www.nycservice.org/