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The Octavia Project: Fueling Young, Non-binary Women's Dreams with Sci-Fi, STEM and Arts

The Octavia Project encourages young women and non-binary individuals to explore their creativity in a safe, judgment-free space Photo credit: The Octavia Project In 2014, co-founder and artist-in-residence Chana Porter and co-founder and director Me

Brownsville Got Spring-Ready During Neighborhood Rebuilding Day

Spring Rebuilding Day is more than "just" a community event that beautifies public spaces -- it is about changing the narrative in Brownsville.
The City of Dreams Has One New Brooklyn Artist Still Dreaming

The City of Dreams Has One New Brooklyn Artist Still Dreaming

French illustrator Laure-Anne Carré embraces her new home with quirky illustrations of American cultural icons, local culinary treasures and Brooklyn sights.
VIDEO: This Brooklyn Non-Profit Dresses You for a Life 'That Suits You'

VIDEO: This Brooklyn Non-Profit Dresses You for a Life 'That Suits You'

"That Suits You" prepares young men and women how to navigate in the professional world with style, grace and the proper attire. PK Kersey, founder and CEO of That Suits You.

DOE Approves Mergers, Relocations of Multiple Brooklyn Schools Amid Pushbacks

The DOE voted on 28 proposals, 14 of which will affect schools in Brooklyn.
City Launches 'Brothers Thrive' Initiative to Promote Mental Health and Wellness in Black Communities

City Launches 'Brothers Thrive' Initiative to Promote Mental Health and Wellness in Black Communities

Historically Black men-led organizations will partner under Brothers Thrive to train 10,000 black men in mental health first aid.

JACK Brooklyn, a Clinton Hill Arts Space Pushing for a Diverse, Equal Community

The community-centered theater in Clinton Hill fuels experiments in art and activism to bring about a just, equal and vibrant society. Clinton Hill arts space JACK is fighting for racial and social justice through its work.

Street Art Takes Over the Walls of Underhill Ave in Prospect Heights

Art Curator Jeff Beler said he thought it would be nice to bring art to a building that sat abandoned for ten years.

Step Afrika! Brings Cultures Together Through the Art of Stepping

Step Afrika!'s performances are much more than dance shows: They integrate songs, storytelling and are all about audience participation. Photo courtesy Brooklyn Center for Performing Arts.
Filmmaker Attika J. Torrence on the Tribeca Film Festival, Trayvon Martin and the Truth About Black Films

Filmmaker Attika J. Torrence on the Tribeca Film Festival, Trayvon Martin and the Truth About Black Films

This Bed-Stuy filmmaker says black people should be supported and involved in telling their own stories