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NEW PROGRAM to Address Domestic Violence Announced - ‘$3.3 Million Invested’ First Lady McCray has2015 Annual family accountability. In New York City, between 2010 and changeYork the trajectory of entire families of the and a former chancellor The Chirlane Black Stars News announced Interrupting Violence At 2016, the NYPD had previous contact and the investments announced Awards Dinner will honor Mayor Create the first City-funded traumaNew York public schoolstoday system. Home, David a ground-breaking citywide effort with the victim and the offender will be transformative,” said Eric informed and culturally-competent Dinkins, Rep. Charles Pioneering producersDirector Stephen to address domestic violence through in only 39 percent of the intimate Cumberbatch, the Executive accountability program for teens Rangel, Rep. Yvette Clarke, Byrd and Alia Jones, through their services, training, and intervention for partner homicides. 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The program “New York City is“Cat now the Lamb, Dr. Rudy regarding the identification, engagement Recognizing that the vast Crew, majorityStephen of and “A Streetcar Named will create safe, age-appropriate city in the nation precisely becauseDesire” Byrd, Alia is Jones, and the and intervention of abusive partners domestic violence not reported to Centralenvironments that focus youth offending multi-ethnic cast to we are with willinga to approach problems Park Five the survivors of gross injustice outside of the criminal justice system. law enforcement, City’s $3.3 million and adolescent development behaviors Broadway. Insaid 2016 they bring from multiple angles,” Elizabeth This information is critical in order on December 18 fromresearch 6:00pm – such as impulse control and emotion investment leverages national Glazer,“Eclipsed” Director of with the Mayor’s Office of Oscar Winner to continue to drive down domestic 10:00pm at MIST Harlem, 46 West and evidence-informed intervention management. Criminal Justice. “We can justice Lupita Nyong ’Ofind to Broadway. models116th to address abusive behavior Street. for victims of domestic violence while Honorees, the so-called and reduce future abuse in intimate also working with people at risk ofCentral “Each honoree chosen for partner violence relationships. This Park 5, are collectively and committing abuse in order to change recognition has demonstrated ground-breaking initiative, which is individually heroes. 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But by Honoree Imhotep Gary Byrd is musical environment, and interstate and on investigative journalism, with this program, will employDouglas new not been involved in the has a legendary radio talk show host opera singerweCassandra international commerce. been featured as a result of some if methods of intervening, long before a and executive criminal justice system to and from harmonica phenomenon Incorporate Domestic Violence violence incidents and producer, enhance radio DJ, its news scoops, on CNN, The New call to 911.” R. Donahue Peebles, honoree, is accountability poet, songwriter, music recording for the abusive partners William Galison. David Dinkins is Coordinators at NYC Crisis impact behavior change, York Daily News, The New York a leading developer and founder ofas wellartist “With today’s announcement York as survivor safety. and producer, rapper, writer Management System (CMS) sites to honored for LifetimeNew Achievement reduce future abuse and and Brill’s Post, The Village Voice, The Peebles Co., the nation’s largest City is a—taking another monumental Violence atactivist. Home isHe a began and community he was New York City’s first enhance the identification and response “Interrupting Contentsurvivor magazine. African American-owned real ground-breaking step towards protecting more victims enhance safety. to the his careeraddition as a radio DJservices in Buffalo African American mayor and alsoto domestic violence in communities of domestic violence,” said Deputy estate firm with $3.5 billion worthNew York City provides to families served by CMS sites. The rate of Past Black Star News honorees at age 15. For over 30 years, he’s welcomed Nelson Mandela to the Mayor for Health and Human Services Earlier have this year, First Lady of violence properties under development impacted by domestic violence”, said domestic related calls to NYPD included: Gil McCray Noble (Like It been a talk show host at WBLS and city after his release in 1990. Dr. Herminia Palacio. “This approach launched New York City's first-ever,Soledad Noel, Commissioner of the or management — times he was one Cecile WLIB in the CMS precincts is 2.3 higher Is), Rep. Maxine Waters, radio in New York City. He will be Rep. the first of its kind to stopalso andhonored Charles Rangel, web-based portal, NYC HOPE, dedicated Office to Combat Domestic than the NYC. ofrest the of pioneering developerswho Mayor’s O’Brien (CNN), Ms. Camille Cosby, also“This hasprogram a Fridaywill night radio talk to providing preventfor domestic violence, to provide has resources to survivors and Violence. provide Lifetime Achievement, helped turn around and revitalize Work with an expert consultant to VozatoRivers Heritage show on WBAI. a new and additional service, keeping information all City(New residents aboutTheatre), trauma informed, non-criminal justice, served in Congress since 1971. He develop is the once-blighted Anacostia a blueprint for implementing Errol Louis (NY1 News), Amel more families together. I am proud to be community-based options for abusers Honoree Sabrina Lamb, founderhow to help someone experiencing a recipient of The Bronze medal for restorative justice practices in neighborhood in Washington, D.C. Larrieux (Entertainer), Dr. William a part of an administration that has this domestic violence. At that time, the City that hold them accountable. With this of World of Money, is a champion helping save soldiers behind enemycommunity-based models to address A champion of African-American Pollardits(Medgar Eversviolence College), as a top priority.” also unveiled first domestic initiative, New York City continues of financial literacy for youth-- she domestic violenceempowerment in NYC. line during the Korean War. economic Peebles’ to is position Herm Edwardsin(NY Jets), campaign more thanNayaba a itselfknowledge as a leader on besthandlingawareness With these new programs, the City will: teaches about Develop a specialized training run for NYC contemplating a possible Rep. Yvette Clarke is a Democratic decade,Arinde "We Understand" – developed (Amsterdam News), La-Verna practices in domestic violence services money, budgeting and planning. in conjunction with advocates and Create the first curriculum to provide City agency staff mayor in 2017. and programming.” member of City-funded the US House of Fountain (Columbia University), community-based program for abusive working with offender populations to speak to the complexities “Trauma violence arehonoree, too often is one ofsurvivors Dr.and Rudy Crew, Representatives from New Lillian Roberts (DC37), Desiree Dancy Honoree Barbara Arnwine, civil partners who are not involved in the with tools to understand offender risk th of abusive relationships, highlight the (Local repeated by the people who have the nation’s leading educators. He’s York whose 9 district covers (New York Times), Greg Floyd rights lawyer, is a champion of criminal justice system. This groundfactors, identify high levels of risk, availability of support and services lived through it, which is precisely much of central Brooklyn. 237), Rev. Al Sharpton (National president of Medgar Evers College protecting votingwith rights of ethnic breaking trauma-informed program Before will and gain skills to engage abusive in New York City, and share diverse why prevention is so critical. Stopping entering in 2007, Action Network), and many others. The City University of New minority groups — the emerging violent of be culturally andCongress linguistically specificshe partners. behavior as early as possible can testimonials from survivors of intimate and will focus on both community and partner violence.
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NE WS HEALTH DEPARTMENT LAUNCHES NEW NYC WELL AWARENESS CAMPAIGN MAY 14, 2018 The Health Department today launched a new campaign to encourage New Yorkers to contact NYC Well for mental health support. NYC Well counselors and peer support specialists provide crisis counseling and information and referral to ongoing services, regardless of immigration status or insurance coverage. As of April 30, NYC Well handled more than 340,000 calls, texts, chats and online mobile crisis referrals since its launch in late October 2016. The “We’re Here” campaign will run through the end of June on the subway, in newspapers, on the Staten Island ferry, on TV and on social media. The campaign will also go in neighborhood bodegas, nail and hair salons, barber shops, laundromats and check-cashing facilities. NYC Well is free, confidential, and available 24/7 in over 200 languages. The program is operated by the Mental Health Association of New York City through a contract with the Health Department.
“NYC Well is here for all New Yorkers who need help getting services for mental illness or addiction — for themselves, a family member, friend or neighbor. Absolutely no one is turned away,” said NYC First Lady Chirlane McCray, who leads the City’s mental health and substance misuse efforts. “With this new campaign, we hope to reach as many New Yorkers as possible with the all-important message that we are here for you. Help is only a call, text or chat away, and reaching out is the first step to wellness.”
Gale A. Brewer. “It's good government policy to serve those needs before they become a crisis. I applaud the NYC Dept. of Health and Mental Hygiene for launching this new outreach to tell people there's real help available by calling 888-NYCWELL.”
counseling and other types of support regardless of immigration status or insurance coverage. I am pleased to work with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene to raise awareness of this program which has the potential to reach those in urgent need of mental health care.”
“Whole health care means more than just treating physical illness. The ‘NYC Well’ hot-line offers information, assistance, and hope to those worried about the mental well-being of themselves or their loved ones. Every New Yorker should be know about NYC
Of the contacts handled by NYC Well from October 2016 to April 2018, 12 percent were identified as crisis situations; 46 percent were seeking immediate support; and 41 percent needed information or a referral for behavioral health services. Since
Well and the many other resources available to help people improve their mental health,” said Assembly Health Committee Chair Richard N. Gottfried.
the beginning of the program, over 15,000 requests have been made for a follow-up call or text from NYC Well, and over 5,400 requests have been made for immediate transfer to schedule an appointment with a provider of their choice for ongoing behavioral health services.
“NYC Well counselors are ready to provide support for any mental health concern, including a crisis,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett. “We want New Yorkers to know that NYC Well is here for them. Effective treatment is available for mental health and substance use concerns, and we’re here to help.” “Mental health needs are often shunted to the background in schools, workplaces, and in people's lives,” said Manhattan Borough President
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Approximately 49 percent of contacts to NYC Well reported seeking help for themselves; 5 percent reported seeking help for a friend or family member; and 6 percent reported being providers on behalf of clients. The remaining 40 percent of contacts did not reveal their connection to the person about whom they called. Individuals seeking support for mental health conditions or substance use for themselves or their loved ones can contact NYC Well by calling 1-888-NYC-WELL, texting “WELL” to 65173 or going to nyc.gov/nycwell.
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Council Members, AL SHARPTON Denounce Racial Disparities Marijuana Arrests Speaker Corey Johnson and Council Members joined with the Rev. Al Sharpton and members of the National Action Network to discuss the alarming racial disparities in New York City marijuana arrests. Last year, 86 percent of those arrested for low-level marijuana possession in the five boroughs were black and Hispanic, and less than 9 percent were white. National studies indicate that the use of marijuana is roughly equal among races. 86% of low-level marijuana arrests are of people of color, despite the
fact that studies show marijuana use is roughly equal among races. This press conference comes one day after NYPD officials testified at the Council about the disparities, which they said was the result of enforcement policies driven by community complaints. Data provided to the Council does not support this argument as it pertains to 911 and 311 calls. In addition, a recent New York Times analysis found that in neighborhoods where people called about marijuana at the same rate, arrests were higher in the area with more black residents.
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First Lady Chirlane McCray has announced the launch of “We Are LGBTQ Youth,” a sweeping new ad campaign aimed at increasing the visibility of LGBTQ young people and connecting them to LGBTQ-affirming services available across the City, from health and safety supports to education and legal rights. The campaign is part of the NYC Unity Project, a citywide effort to make New York City the most welcoming city in the nation for LGBTQ youth. “We Are LGBTQ Youth” ads feature 17 different young LGBTQ New Yorkers proudly expressing who they are and encouraging all LGBTQ youth to learn more about the array of City programs and supports accessible through nyc. gov/unityproject. The campaign will run across the City’s subways, buses, and digital platforms, including Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram through the end of June 2018. “For so many young people, New York City is the first place they can completely and unapologetically be themselves. I felt that way when I first came to the city and I want to make sure it continues to be that way,” said First Lady Chirlane McCray, co-chair of the Commission on Gender Equity and lead for the NYC Unity Project. “This ad campaign sends a strong message to all young people that NYC is their home and they are always welcome. We want every young LGBTQ person to know that New York City supports them and there is always somewhere they can turn if they need help.” NYC Unity Project resources are housed within the recently-launched Generation NYC digital platform, a first-of-its-kind digital platform for New Yorkers ages 13-24. This groundbreaking “mobile first” website – accessible by phone, tablet, or computer – was designed to help all young New Yorkers of all backgrounds and identities navigate the sometimes challenging waters of adolescence and young adulthood by offering tailored resources and opportunities. With today’s launch, the platform now features NYC Unity Project and LGBTQ-specific resources. NYC Unity Project is the City’s first coordinated, multi-agency effort to address the unique challenges and needs of LGBTQ youth. The NYC Unity Project lays out a bold commitment to deepen and expand upon the City’s investments in LGBTQ services, programs, and policy change, prioritizing the needs of LGBTQ young people. “When I was young, I saw barely any images of LGBTQ people like me in ads, on TV, or in the media. We’ve certainly come a long way since the old days of the 80’s and 90’s but not far enough!” said NYC Council Speaker Corey Johnson. “I applaud First Lady Chirlane McCray for launching this ad campaign to increase the visibility of members of my community and educate them on city services that were designed to help them.”
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“LGBTQ youth face health disparities across the board, including disproportionately high rates of mental health and substance use concerns,” said Health Commissioner Dr. Mary T. Bassett. “Research has demonstrated that family and community acceptance is critical to promoting positive mental and physical health. This is an empowering ad campaign, and I want to thank First Lady Chirlane McCray for continuing to make our city a more inclusive, healthy and safe space for young LGBTQ New Yorkers.” “Schools must provide welcoming and supportive environments for all students, regardless of their gender identity/expression or sexual orientation, and we're proud to partner with the NYC Unity Project to deliver critical resources to LGBT youth across
part of the NYC Unity Project, and we look forward to working with First Lady McCray and our agency partners in helping to ensure that our City remains a welcoming place for all,” said DYCD Commissioner Bill Chong. “In this current political climate, the NYC Unity Project's mission is more critical than ever,” said NYC Unity Project Director Ashe McGovern. “Through this public campaign, we are saying unequivocally to LGBTQ young people in our City and across the country that we see them, that their lives matter, and that we are deeply committed to creating new policies and programs that will remedy the particular inequities they face, in an effort to tangibly improve their daily lives." While New York City’s LGBTQ youth fare significantly better than their peers
Development, Human Resources Administration, Mayor’s Center for Faith and Community Partnerships, Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City, Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit, Mayor’s Office of Operations, Mayor’s Office to Combat Domestic Violence, New York Police Department, and NYC Health + Hospitals. The City continues to lead the nation in protecting LGBTQ rights: In April 2018, the de Blasio administration announced it would become the largest city in the country to house incarcerated people according to their gender identity, and not their sex assigned at birth. In June 2017, the de Blasio administration published New York City's first-ever LGBTQ Health Care Bill of Rights.
“For so many young people, New York City is the first place they can completely and unapologetically be themselves. I felt that way when I first came to the city and I want to make sure it continues to be that way.”
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Co-chair of the Commission on Gender Equity and lead for the NYC Unity Project
the City. I thank First Lady McCray for her leadership in launching this powerful campaign and her continued support of LGBT youth,” said DOE Chancellor Richard Carranza. “New York City is a leader in providing innovative ways to empower families and communities to stand up for LGBTQ youth, and at ACS we work hard to make the child welfare and youth justice systems more welcoming, respectful and responsive to their needs,” said ACS Commissioner David A. Hansell. “The NYC Unity Project is breaking ground to improve citywide services and supports, and this ad campaign sends a bold message to LGBTQ young people that you are seen, your needs are our responsibility, and we stand with you.” “This administration has made an unprecedented investment in young people, including runaway and homeless youth who identify as LGBTQ and require programs specific to their unique needs. DYCD is proud to be
nationally, too many vulnerable young people continue to fall through the cracks and lack services that meet their specific needs. Evidence demonstrates that NYC’s LGBTQ youth are far more likely than their peers to experience an array of social, physical, and mental health disparities—from dating violence to bullying to homeless-ness to attempted suicide. To strengthen and better coordinate services across the City and ensure no young person falls through the cracks, the NYC Unity Project works collectively across 16 city agencies to better reach LGBTQ youth where they live, where they learn, and in their communities. NYC Unity Project includes participation from the Administration for Children’s Services, NYC Children’s Cabinet, Commission on Gender Equity, Commission on Human Rights, Department of Education, Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, Department of Homeless Services, Department of Youth and Community
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In June 2016, New York City became the first municipality to launch a citywide campaign specifically affirming the right of trans-gender individuals to use the bathroom consistent with their gender identity or expression. In March 2016, Mayor de Blasio issued an executive order requiring City agencies to ensure that employees and members of the public are given equal access to City single-sex facilities without being required to show identification, medical documentation or any other form of proof or verification of gender. In December 2015, the NYC Commission on Human Rights issued legal enforcement guidance defining specific gender identity protections under the City Human Rights Law, including equal bathroom access, as well as access to housing, employment, public accommodations, and other protections. The administration has also -- cont'd on Page 10
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Known for its “powerfully engaging” (New York Arts) and “contemporary and fresh” (Theatre Is Easy) choreography, Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) collaborates with the acclaimed Amy Marshall Dance Company and choreographer/dancer Chanel DaSilva for a season of provocative dance dedicated to empowering female expression. An audience favorite for its accessible, graceful signature style of movement, the all-female ARD celebrates its 11th season under the helm of choreographer Ariel Grossman. Program includes two world premieres by Grossman, one by DaSilva, and beloved repertory by both Grossman and Marshall. “This is a particularly charged time and this year has brought to light many of the inequities women have faced historically,” says Ariel Grossman, artistic director of Ariel Rivka Dance. "The way I can contribute to the movement of females empowering other females is by recognizing and supporting fellow choreographers. I pride myself on the community of women I surround myself with, who are all intelligent, powerful, creative, and disciplined humans.” “Amy and Chanel create honest and vibrant work that isn't afraid of being extremely vulnerable. I am honored to share our season with two women who are not only incredible artists, but also women whom I have deep respect for because of their endurance, work ethic, and ability to bring communities together.” ARD presents two new works: a solo work that reflects on the sacrifices one makes for passion, and She, a dance that delves into the emotional waves of motherhood. As a mother of two, Grossman shares her NewYorkTrendnyc
frustrations with striving to attain the unattainable goal of being “the perfect mother” in She. In collaboration with female costume designer Marianna Tsartolia (former Rioult dancer), this compelling work is set to a unique soundscape of layering breast pump sounds by female composer Stefania deKenessey. Also on the program is ARD’s No Words (2017), a response to the
emotional experience. That which lasts beyond the performance itself is the essence of my work." Marshall showcases three works from her inspiring, dramatic repertory. Two duets, Ne Me Quitte Pas (2014) and No Exit (2005), are athletic tour de forces. The ensemble work, Shakambhari (2015), is inspired by a story of the Hindu goddess who once had to
a classmate of Grossman’s at LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts, is a Juilliard School graduate, and after a lengthy association with Trey McIntyre Project, is currently a member of Lar Lubovitch Dance Company and a co-founder of MOVE(NYC), an intensive summer program for local teenagers.
frustrations and fears associated with women being silenced. Commissioned by NJPAC, it premiered last year at New York Live Arts during ARD’s 10th anniversary season. According to Critical Dance, “it's a coarse, angry, absorbing dance, and one that’s groundbreaking both for Grossman and her dancers.”
defend herself and the people over a drought caused by the Demon, Durgamasur. Marshall has created movement and characters to help translate the story for the stage.
About Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD)
Sharing the stage is the Amy Marshall Dance Company. According to Marshall, she mixes contemporary themes with classical structure. “I fuse these elements into an enduring
Chanel DaSilva returns to set a premiere piece on four ARD dancers with her signature energetic style. Her 2017 debut was a success: “the choreographer was multi-faceted and searing...the movement was unified and disciplined, programmed and purposeful" (Critical Dance). DaSilva was
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Ariel Rivka Dance (ARD) is a critically acclaimed, allfemale contemporary dance company founded by married choreographer/composer team Ariel Grossman and David Homan. Based in New York/New Jersey, the company celebrated its 10th Anniversary Season at New York Live Arts last year. Recent highlights include tours to Cleveland, OH, the Gordon Center for Performing Arts (Baltimore, MD), Dance Month -- cont'd on next page www.newyorktrendnyc.com | 7
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T H E YO U N G P R O P H I T Meet Elijah Pacheco, a 15-year old rising rap superstar that is ready to take the game by storm. Hailing from MottHaven, South Bronx by way of North Carolina, Young Prophit, is one young artist that while he knows he must make his own way, he makes sure he pays respects to the greats.
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Young Prophit started doing music at the age of 6 writing rhymes and loved doing covers of tracks from the greats. Those names include Big L, Biggie, Tupac and Jay Z, along with countless others from hip-hop's Golden Age. Speaking on this Young Prophit explains "Yes, Pac, Jay Z, and Biggie, their lyrical content was one of a kind, and at a young age, I just love their music. I used to do those covers and really thought I was them." Prophit's stance on gun violence in the schools is referenced in his song and video, "Letter 2 Trump."
Female Choreographers Premiere New Works On Women’s Empowerment at the Kaplan Theater (Houston, TX), and a two-week teaching, choreographic, & performance residency in Vero Beach, FL. ARD has also been presented at NJPAC, Rutgers University, the Gershman Y (Philadelphia, PA), Saratoga Dance Museum, Baruch Performing Arts Center, Dixon Place, White Wave's Wave Rising Series and Inaugural Solo/ Duo Festival, and REVERBDance. Past performances include collaborations with Rioult Dance NY, Taylor 2, Heidi Latsky, Carolyn Dorfman Dance Company, and Sean Curran. www.arielrivkadance.com Chanel Dasilva, a native of Brooklyn, NY, fell in love with dance at the age of three. She studied at The Bernice Johnson Cultural Arts Center and also studied at Creative Outlet Dance Theater of Brooklyn. Her training continued at LaGuardia High School for the Performing Arts,
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The Ailey School, and Springboard Danse Montreal. She received a BFA in Dance from The Juilliard School, under the direction of Lawrence Rhodes and was the recipient of the prestigious Martha Hill Award. Chanel has performed works by Ohad Naharin, Doug Varone, Jose Limon, Jessica Lang, Alvin Ailey, Robert Battle, Camille Brown, and Lar Lubovitch. Chanel is a 2004 Level 1 YoungArts Awardee, a 2004 Presidential Scholar in the Arts and also a 2011 Princess Grace Dance Awardee. She was also featured in the 2004 PBS Documentary "American Talent". From 2008 – 2014 Chanel was a founding member of the highly celebrated Trey McIntyre Project where she was a muse for many of Mr. McIntyre’s works. She graced the cover of DANCE MAGAZINE in 2011 and as a part of Brooklyn Academy of Music's "Dance
Motion USA." Chanel toured throughout Asia with TMP as an ambassador to the United States. She has taught master workshops and choreographed works for schools, universities and companies across the nation such as The Juilliard School, LaGuardia High School, Harvard Dance Project, Idaho Dance Theater, and Ariel Rivka Dance among others. She was a member of Lar Lubovitch Dance Company, a notable repetiteur of the works of Trey McIntyre, and also currently serves on the dance faculty at her alma mater, LaGuardia High School. In 2015, alongside her partner Nigel Campbell, Chanel co-founded MOVE(NYC). She currently resides in New York City. Choreographer Amy Marshall and Executive Director Chad Levy co-founded the Amy Marshall Dance Company in 2000 in
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order to realize a vision of dance theater as a visual metaphor for the human spirit. Ms. Marshall’s choreography pays tribute to both the beauty and tribulations of life’s experiences through dramatic movement. The work’s emotional structure explodes across the stage with dramatic confrontation and then suddenly resolves itself into a poignancy of classical dimensions. The virtuosic performance of the dancers leaves audiences awed and delighted. During the past eighteen years, the Amy Marshall Dance Company has performed and taught across North America, Europe and Asia. Through these performances, master classes and dance workshops, the company has inspired audiences and invigorated young dancers in a way that will both challenge and reward them all for years to come. www.newyorktrendnyc.com
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R etool You r Sc hool C a m p u s Awa r d The Home Depot’s Retool Your School Campus Improvement Grant Program held its 2018 Winners’ Ceremony to announce this year’s grant recipients. Nine HBCUs were awarded a total of $360,000 grants to make sustainable campus improvements across their campuses. To date, the program has awarded more than $2.1 million dollars in grants to HBCUs. The nine winning schools were selected by a combination of cumulative online voting scores and grant proposals that were submitted by the schools and judged by a panel of distinguished judges, including Howard University alumnus, and film and television star Laz Alonso, Dr. Ivory Toldson, President and CEO, QEM (Quality Education for Minorities) Network; Gregory Moore, Esq.,Commissioner, Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC); Michael Tabb, Managing Partner, Red Rock Global and Melissa Brown, Senior Manager, Marketing, The Home Depot. The ceremony also welcomed the cast members from the syndicated hit sitcom “A Different World.” Actors Kadeem Hardison, Jasmine Guy, Cree Summer and Darryl Bell reunited at The Home Depot Store Support Center in Atlanta, Georgia and participated in a panel discussion discussing the importance of HBCU’s. The panel was moderated by AAFCA co-founder and President, Gil Robertson. “We’re very excited that the Retool Your School Campus Improvement Grant Program continues to grow year over year.” says Melissa Brown, Senior Marketing Manager at The Home Depot. “The program NewYorkTrendnyc
4,000 or more Cluster 2: Student enrollment of 3,999–1,201 Cluster 3: Student enrollment with 1,200 students or less
has great momentum and allows us to make long-lasting contribution to our nation’s treasured Historically Black Colleges and Universities.” Established in 2010, The Retool Your School Campus Improvement Grant Program strives to give back to our nation’s HBCUs what they have so generously given to their communities – a strong foundation, renewed purpose and distinctive character. The nine winning schools will begin their sustainable projects in the summer of 2018.
Cluster 2: Clafin University Cluster 3: Livingstone College Within each cluster, there are three winners vying for one $50,000 grant. Second and third place receive a $40,000 and $30,000 grant, respectively. Clusters were based on school population size: Cluster 1: Student enrollment of
About The Home Depot® The Home Depot is the world's largest home improvement specialty retailer, with 2,284 retail stores in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. In fiscal 2017, The Home Depot had sales of $100.9 billion and earnings of $8.6 billion. The Company employs more than 400,000 associates. The Home Depot's stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: HD) and is included in the Dow Jones industrial average and Standard & Poor's 500 index. For more information on The Home Depot Retool Your School Campus Improvement Grant Program, visit www. retoolyourschool.com.
THE 2018 HOME DEPOT RETOOL YOUR SCHOOL WINNERS AWARD $50,000 Cluster 1: Jackson State University Cluster 2: Tuskegee University Cluster 3: Lane College AWARD $40,000 Cluster 1: Southern University Cluster 2: University of Arkansas Pine Bluff Cluster 3: Talladega College AWARD $30,000 Cluster 1: Fayetteville State University May 17, 2018 - May 23, 2018
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NE WS NYC First Lady Launches LGBTQ YOUTH AD CAMPAIGN enhanced services to address LGBTQ homelessness, including opening a 24-hour drop-in center in Queens specifically targeting LGBTQ youth, and the first-ever City-funded transitional independent living homes with specialized services for transgender youth. Earlier this year, the de Blasio administration opened Marsha's House—named after famed LGBTQ activist Marsha P. Johnson—in the Bronx, the first-ever shelter for LGBTQ young persons in the New York City adult shelter system, offering nearly 90 homeless individuals, 30 years and under, the opportunity to be sheltered in a welcoming and supportive space that provides targeted resources. The administration has also funded 500 additional beds for runaway and homeless youth, all of which are available to LGBTQ youth. By June 30, 2018, the total number of beds will expand to 653. This total will increase to 753 by the end of June 2019. “Thank you to First Lady Chirlane McCray for advocating for our LGBTQ youth. This new campaign will make sure our city feels like a safe and inclusive place for all children and teenagers. Youth homelessness runs highest among the LGBTQ adolescent community, which is why I worked closely in 2017 with the Dominican Women's Development Center to open up the first LGBTQ Youth Homelessness Center in Upper Manhattan. I believe this new campaign will go a long way in connecting our youth to the right resources they need and deserve," said State Senator Marisol Alcántara. “It's a perilous time for LGBTQ
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Americans, and young people are among the most vulnerable members of our communities. These initiatives reassure LGBTQ youth that they deserve our unconditional support. I applaud the First Lady and the City of New York for their commitment to providing resources for all young New Yorkers regardless of their gender identity or expression,” said State Senator Brad Hoylman. “As the sponsor of several bills in Albany to protect the rights of LGBT youth, we must do all we can to ensure that they have equal opportunities and that their civil rights are never denied. With so many assaults on our basic freedoms coming from Washington, states and cities must step up to make sure this nation is all inclusive,” said Assistant Speaker Felix W. Ortiz. “Tolerance in New York City is not an adequate standard. First Lady Chirlane McCray’s leadership in the “We Are LGBTQ Youth” ad campaign promotes a standard of unwavering acceptance. As the first openly gay man elected in the New York State Assembly, I triumphed my fears of never seeing an LGBTQ elected official. This campaign shows NYC’s recognition of our responsibility to support and encourage LGBTQ Youth to pursue their dreams while also affording them all necessary resources to do so,” said Assembly Member Daniel ODonnell. “This ad campaign sends a loud and clear message that LGBTQ youth are welcome in New York City," said NYC Council Member Daniel Dromm, chair of the Council's LGBT Caucus. "Such affirmation and support is crucial
to the well-being of our city's LGBTQ community, especially our young people. The ads build trust between these youth and city government, an important step in connecting them with the city services they need to live happy and healthy lives. As an openly-gay man who lived in NYC at a time when the vast majority of LGBTQ people suffered from institutional neglect, I am pleased that First Lady McCray is taking action to move us in the right direction.” “Our City is stronger and more successful when we remove barriers between residents and City services. I am proud to see New York City welcome, celebrate, and support LGBTQ youth with the multi-agency NYC Unity Project and the new “We Are LGBTQ Youth” campaign. This campaign extends recent victories for LGBTQ New Yorkers and demonstrates our national leadership upholding human rights for all,” said Council Member Carlos Menchaca. “New York City has long been a beacon of hope for LGBTQ youth across the country,” said Council Member Van Bramer. “It is important that we live up to our reputation of being welcoming and inclusive to all, and in doing so, provide resources to those who need them most. Increasing awareness of the NYC Unity Project through the “We Are LGBTQ Youth” campaign will help the youngest members of our LGBTQ community feel connected to and supported by the City. I look forward to seeing the ads in the coming weeks and, as a gay man I know that I would have felt safer and more confident if campaigns and resources like this
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existed in my youth.” "The Center sees over 1,000 LGBTQ young people who engage in our youth programming every year, and we know first-hand that visibility is a crucial step in creating pathways to happy, healthy lives," said Glennda Testone, Executive Director of NYC's LGBT Community Center. "Campaigns like 'We are LGBTQ Youth' and First Lady McCray's NYC Unity Project make great strides to ensure that all LGBTQ New Yorkers know about and are connected to organizations like The Center that provide crucial programs and services to our community." “‘We are LGBTQ Youth’ gives lifesaving visibility to our young people who hold the potential for greatness,” said Lillian Rivera, Director of Advocacy & Capacity Building, Hetrick-Martin Institute. "LGBTQ youth can only benefit from seeing images of themselves, connecting to community and being proud of who they are in a world that can be difficult for them to navigate. HMI celebrates New York City’s First Lady Chirlane McCray’s commitment to the emotional well-being of LGBTQ youth and this initiative serves as an example for the entire nation on how to celebrate and include all young people." "I applaud the First Lady for her efforts to make LGBTQ youth more visible, and to connect them to needed services. New York City's most vulnerable LGBTQ youth are now substantially safer and better cared for than they were prior to her husband becoming Mayor," Carl Siciliano, Executive Director, Ali Forney Center.
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END NO TE S Spring Luncheon Raises Funds For STUDIO MUSEUM IN HARLEM’S Programs The Studio Museum in Harlem welcomed more than 400 artists, philanthropists, and cultural, civic and business leaders to the Mandarin Oriental, New York for its annual Spring Luncheon, which supports the Museum’s interdisciplinary and multidimensional education programs. The event honored journalist and editor Elaine Welteroth, and was attended by notable guests including First Lady of New York City Chirlane McCray, Mayoral Designee to our Board of Trustees Roxane John, philanthropists Agnes Gund, Laurie Tisch and Marie-Josée Kravis, artists Julie Mehretu, Lorna Simpson, Firelei Báez and Maren Hassinger, journalist Deborah Roberts, and supermodel, actress and writer Veronica Webb. Thelma Golden, Director and Chief Curator of the Studio Museum, welcomed the guests and spoke about Elaine Welteroth’s role as an advocate for women and young people. She also described the vital impact of the Museum’s educational programs and the impending ground-breaking later this year for the Studio Museum’s new home, designed by Sir David Adjaye of Adjaye Associates with Cooper Robertson. Following Golden’s remarks, Khadija Savané, a student from the Museum’s signature teen program Expanding the Walls, gave a moving speech about her experience.
Spring Luncheon 2018 Benefactors Laura Day Baker Bloomberg Philanthropies Charlita C. Cardwell & Martez R. Moore Kathryn C. Chenault & Carol Sutton Lewis Joan S. Davidson Dasha S. Dwin Agnes Gund Stephanie Ingrassia Marie-Josée Kravis Leonard & Judy Lauder Fund Nancy Marks / Sies Marjan (Seez Mar-Jahn) Crystal McCrary & Raymond J. Mcguire Morgan Stanley Dr. Amelia Ogunlesi Perelman Family Foundation Karen Proctor Barbara H. Scott Keisha Smith-Jeremie / News Corp
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Ann Tenenbaum & Thomas H. Lee Viacom / Bet Networks Founded in 1968 by a diverse group of artists, community activists, and philanthropists, The Studio Museum in Harlem is internationally known for its catalytic role in promoting the work of artists of African descent. Now approaching its 50th anniversary, the Studio Museum is preparing to construct a new home at its current location on Manhattan’s West 125th Street. Designed by Adjaye Associates in collaboration with Cooper Robertson, the 82,000 square foot facility will be the first created expressly for the Museum’s program. The new building will enable the Studio Museum to better serve a growing and diverse audience, provide additional educational opportunities for people of all ages, expand its
program of world-renowned exhibitions, effectively display its singular collection, and strengthen its trailblazing Artist-in-Residence program. While the Studio Museum’s galleries are currently closed in preparation for a late Fall 2018 ground-breaking, the Museum is working to deepen its roots in the community through in Harlem, a dynamic set of collaborative programs in our neighborhood. The Museum’s ground-breaking exhibitions, thought-provoking conversations, and engaging artmaking workshops continue at a variety of partner and satellite locations in Harlem. Elaine Welteroth is an awardwinning journalist, media personality, and the former Editorin-Chief of Teen Vogue. At the time
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of her hire, Welteroth was the youngest person and the second African-American ever to hold the Editor-in-Chief title in Condé Nast’s 107-year history. Under her leadership, Teen Vogue's coverage expanded to include feminist, social-justice, and political topics, alongside fashion, beauty, and entertainment news. In 2017, Welteroth also created and hosted the first-ever Teen Vogue Summit, which convened young women for a weekend of activism and empowerment, and included inspiring speakers such as Hillary Clinton and Ava DuVernay. Considered a leading expert, advocate, and voice for the next generation, Welteroth has been profiled and featured in numerous media outlets including The New York Times, The Guardian, ABC News, and The Daily Show.
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