We are thrilled to share that one of our own has been featured as a Student of NYC! Students of NYC, an initiative of the United Federation of Teachers, celebrates New York City public school students who are shaping better futures for themselves and their communities. Before graduating in June, Serenity attended Rockaway Park High School for Environmental Sustainability, an NYC Community School where The Child Center of NY serves as lead community-based organization. In her

Before starting the WIOA Learn & Earn program at The Child Center of NY, I had recently immigrated to the U.S. and found myself navigating an unfamiliar education system. As a first-generation student, I didn't have enough guidance or the mentorship I needed to pursue my career goals. I was introduced to WIOA through my guidance counselor, and I saw it as an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop professional skills, as well as earn college credits, which is what

By Gerda Gonzalez, LCSW, Senior Program Director In 2024, The Child Center of NY was honored to receive a grant from the New York State Office of Mental Health for suicide prevention among historically under-served populations and LGBTQ+ youth. We currently work with five schools, as well as our DYCD-funded Ocean Bay Cornerstone Community Center. We focus on low-income communities in Corona, Flushing, the Rockaways, and Crown Heights in Queens and Brooklyn. I was excited to h