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The Movement Has Begun: A Black Studies Curriculum is on its Way to NYC's Public Schools

The Movement Has Begun: A Black Studies Curriculum is on its Way to NYC's Public Schools

The group calls itself the EEAP Coalition, a movement that not only is history-making in its scope but also will serve as a blueprint for adoption at public schools across the country
City Parks' Free Summer Programs for Children Teach Fishing, Gardening, Science and More

City Parks' Free Summer Programs for Children Teach Fishing, Gardening, Science and More

"In all of our programs, we aim that our students have positive experiences so they can develop positive relationships with their parks," said City Parks Foundation's director of education.
John Lewis Voting Rights Act Officially is Law in New York

John Lewis Voting Rights Act Officially is Law in New York

The law was signed in response to several attacks on voting in states around the country, as a result of the 2020 presidential election.
Singin' in the...Train! Kimani Jackson Makes the Subway his Stage

Singin' in the...Train! Kimani Jackson Makes the Subway his Stage

"Follow your dreams and take risks," Jackson says, ending each of his performances with an inspiring instruction.

Photos: The Juneteenth Layout in Fort Greene Park

The annual Juneteenth event is self-described as a time to reclaim space, time, energy, and "most importantly, each other" in the fight for justice.
In a Class Action Settlement, City and State Will Pay 54,000 NY'ers $22M for the Illegal Termination of Their Public Assistance

In a Class Action Settlement, City and State Will Pay 54,000 NY'ers $22M for the Illegal Termination of Their Public Assistance

Additionally, any sanction that had been imposed during the covered time period was removed from the recipients’ sanction history.
When the End of School Means the Beginning of Summer Learning Loss ... and What This Local Nonprofit is Doing About it

When the End of School Means the Beginning of Summer Learning Loss ... and What This Local Nonprofit is Doing About it

Brooklyn's most vulnerable student populations fell behind academically during the pandemic. Here's how one BK non-profit is combatting further learning loss this summer
Brooklyn Candidate Ana María Archila Envisions Serving as an Activist Lieutenant Governor

Brooklyn Candidate Ana María Archila Envisions Serving as an Activist Lieutenant Governor

With social justice roots in Bushwick, Maria Archila would use the lieutenant governor post as a bully pulpit for progressive policies.
BAM Cinema Fest Returns In-Person for the First Time in 3 Years

BAM Cinema Fest Returns In-Person for the First Time in 3 Years

The film festival, which was done virtually last year and cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic, has been held for more than a decade.
Replacing Thousands of Dangerous Lead Water Pipes in Brooklyn Could Take Years

Replacing Thousands of Dangerous Lead Water Pipes in Brooklyn Could Take Years

There is lead water piping in tens of thousands of homes in Brooklyn, but the process of replacing them is slow and expensive