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This podcast is a product of Citizens Committee for New York City (CitizensNYC) - one of the nation's oldest micro-funding organizations. We believe in people power, volunteerism, social justice, economic justice and community. Our mission is to help New Yorkers in all boroughs come together to improve the quality of life in their neighborhoods.
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On this new episode of CitizensNYC Live, we talk with Rue Parkin, the Executive Director of HelpNYC about their experiences being queer and unhoused and how they bring that personal experience to their work of providing resources for unhoused, unsafe, unstable, or under-supported communities. Rue Parkin (he/they/them) was street and shelter homeless for several years in New York City. Struggling with mental health and substance use concerns they struggled, as did various service providers, to...
On this new episode of CitizensNYC Live, we talk with Von Harris, a disability advocate, Advertising Coach, Podcaster, and D&I Specialist about how disability advocacy rests at the heart of our work to bring communities together and create a more inclusive world. In Von’s own words: “inclusion and diversity improve every workspace whether in-office or virtual. I believe in being an advocate and a voice for underrepresented communities. I use this passion to drive the strategic align...
On this new episode of CitizensNYC Live, we laugh along with Dr. Cheng Zhu, a Harvard lecturer and innovation consultant who studies and educates on the ways humor can improve professional development and success. Dr. Zhu has served as Research Associate at the Harvard Business School, Research Assistant at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government Center for Public Leadership, Faculty at the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and Senior Faculty and Researcher at the Center for Creati...
Women’s History Month is in full swing, and we’re shining a light on a woman who is leading just by being her authentic self. In a time when things can be more of a façade for social media purposes, Lorenley Baez brings this modern approach to her leadership role as an Associate Provost, Academic Advising & Career Development at The New School. As a Latina woman from the Dominican Republic, she’s experienced what she refers to as “systems thinking.” That’s another way of saying tha...
We’re shinning a light on an individual who’s always working to bring together and improve his community: Christ Follower Rev. Raschaad Hoggard of Abyssinian Baptist Church. He’s a prime example of someone who does his life’s work by combatting social injustice, sees education as a central part of driving change, and encourages others to share the light within themselves. Episode Note: Our host CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris was inspired by our founder Osborn Elliot’s book Me...
True leadership takes resilience. Just ask our guest, Jesse Leon. Now a Social Impact Consultant & author of the book, "I'm Not Broken", he had to overcome his experience being trafficked as a young sex worker. Jesse shares what it took for him to bounce back from that trauma, learn how to accept himself, and how finding and creating community in NYC played a key role in finding his voice as a leader. Episode Note: Our host CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris was inspired by our fou...
Our guest is Council Member Joseph C. Borelli is the Minority Leader of the New York City Council. He represents the 51st Council District, which encompasses Staten Island’s South Shore. CM Borelli tells us his how profession allows him to be “the best kind of philanthropist.” Listen as Borelli extends what philanthropy means beyond his generosity in funding of environmental and autism initiatives in Staten island, to his generosity in spirit. Learn why developing real friendships with gover...
There’s nothing wrong with having a “fresh start” from time to time. Our guest, Paul H. Deutch (CitizensNYC Board Member & EVP of Omni Agent Solutions) specializes in just that! During the first half of this episode, you’ll hear all about Paul’s journey as a bankruptcy attorney and how that's evolved to more business development work these days. Toward the end of this episode, we’ll dive into our “Men At The Top” discussion. “Men At The Top: A Study of U.S. Men , Their Lives, Me...
When you have a big goal in mind, just getting started can be the most important part. CEO Rahsaan Harris & Podcast Producer Melaine Morgan reflect on the CitizensNYC podcast journey, while also shining a light on Imani Cruz (Co-Founder of Harlem Cares Collective). Hear about how she started motivating her community to keep the Harlem streets clean, while also balancing a 9-to-5 that is in a completely different line of work. They’ll also dive into a leadership discussion about “Men At T...
Welcome to season 3 of the CitizensNYC: LIVE podcast! We're back to continue bringing New Yorkers from all walks of life together to chat about the city we all know and love. In this episode, we'll be joined by Kelley A. Cornish (Senior Partner at Paul, Weiss) & Nitiya Walker (Executive Director and Founder of Seeds of Fortune Inc.). You'll hear them chat about the challenges of being a female leader and how they're empowering others in their community. October 17, 2022 - Join us at ou...
There’s a lot going on in the world today—living through a pandemic that shined a light on many racial disparities in the classroom or bans that stripped away the rights women had over their own bodies. We have a very special guest for this episode to speak on these issues and a whole lot more. He goes by Congressman Ritchie Torres and represents New York's 15th Congressional District, which covers most of the South Bronx. Find out about CitizensNYC 's grant programs here: https:/...
What does it take for communities to thrive & be successful? What is philanthropy without public power? The Founding Director Of Economics and Urban Study at The New School, Prof. Darrick Hamilton & Senior Fellow, Henry Ramos are here to talk about it. Find out how community leaders and neighborhood businesses can take advantage of resources available for those working to improve New York City. CitizensNYC is now accepting applications for its grant programs. Learn more h...
There are many layers to running a successful non-profit organization. Having a solid foundation built by a strong team is where you start, then you continue to build your community. Our guest Yin Kong has done just that! With a little help from CitizensNYC, Think!Chinatown has been able to foster inter-generational community through: Neighborhood Engagement, Storytelling & The Arts. Hear all about the Think!Chinatown in this episode.
No matter where you’re from or your walk of life, everyone can find a niche in NYC. It’s a one of a kind city that focuses in on inclusivity. This episode focuses on just that. Join in on this discussion, with our guests: Yin Kong, Founder of Think!ChinatownPeter H. Kostmayer Former CEO of Citizens Committee for New York Doug Hirn, Counsel at Debevoise & Plimpton, LLPFind out how community leaders and neighborhood businesses can take advantage of resources available for those ...
During the pandemic, many overlooked disparities were amplified. One in particular was food insecurity. CitizensNYC welcomes 3 guests to talk about how we can come together to fix this issue: Joel Press, Founder of Press Management LLC (Honoree)Andrea Markezin, President of Table Management Douglas SIlver, Founder of Gotham Food PantryFind out how community leaders and neighborhood businesses can take advantage of resources available for those working to improve New York City...
March is all about celebrating women all around the world and shining a light on all they do! To do just that, we’ve got 2 special guests: Brandee McHale, Head of Community Investing and Development at Citi Tella Walker, Interim CEO for the Nonprofit Finance FundThey’ll speak about the first women heading CitiBank, building institutions and improving the resource allocation process. Find out how community leaders and neighborhood businesses can take advantage of resources available for ...
There’s a lot of power in accessibility and opportunity, even when it comes to the game of soccer. Sola Winley (Major League Soccer) & Bobby Akumah (Dare2Dream) talk about the impact that the game had on their lives and what they’re doing to bridge the economic gap in minority communities. This episode's guests are: Sola Winley (EVP & Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer of Major League Soccer) Bobby Akumah (Founder of Dare2Dream)Find out how communi...
What does leadership look like to you? It’s very rare that you put the words “leader” & “vulnerability” in the same sentence. We’ve partnered up some amazing non-profit leaders to break down that typical visual of what a leader looks like. Leaders are every day people who strive to make change in their neighborhoods. This episode's guests are: Charles Best (Founder & CEO of Donors Choose) Tony Hillery (Founder of Harlem Grown)Chayanne Sanchez ( Amaya's Bookread...
Wells Fargo Invests $250K in NYC Small Businesses Through Partnership with CitizensNYC Hear how both organizations are helping underserved small businesses stay open and preserve jobs. In this episode, we’re joined by: Bill Jordan, Sr. VP, Relationship Manager (Wells Fargo)Catherine Domenech, VP of Social Impact and Sustainability (Wells Fargo)Natasha Williams, Sr. Managing Partner (The Cornelius Group)Find out how your neighborhood business can take advantage of the resources...
From getting back on the subway, to being around one another again for the holidays, Citizens Committee for New York City, CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris and his wife Elizabeth come together once more to kick-off Season 2 of the CitizensNYC: LIVE Couples in Conversations podcast. The couple talk about the value of fellowship, how New Yorkers are continuing to make adjustments as the city gets a bit closer to normalcy, and their hope for the city as new leadership will soon assume office at highest c...
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