Youth

2025-oemherricane

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HERricane NYC Program for Young Women in Emergency Management

Provided by:
NYC Emergency Management (NYCEM)
Type:
Training and Education  •  Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
Young Adults  •  Youth
Keywords:
Career Counseling  •  Civics and Citizenship  •  Emergency Preparedness  •  Leadership  •  Mentoring
NYC OEM invites high school students to apply this free summer program for women and non-binary youth ages 16–22 who are interested in emergency management and leadership. Held July 14–18, 2025, at NYCEM’s Brooklyn headquarters, the program features workshops, simulations, field trips, and mentorship. Selected participants may also join monthly “aftermath” sessions after the main program. HERricane NYC is inclusive of cisgender and transgender women and non-binary people. There is no cost to participate. Applicants must submit the required forms by June 20 and will be notified within two weeks of the deadline. Download the application for full details.
Deadline: All entries must be submitted to HERricane@oem.nyc.gov with the subject line "HERricane

More info at:

Website:
www.nyc.gov/site/em/about/herricane-nyc-program.page
 
Email: HERricane@oem.nyc.gov  
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Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke Congressional App Challenge Middle and high school students Guidelines: teams of 1-4 students, create ANY type of app, using ANY coding language, for ANY platform (mobile, web, etc.) Winners will be invited to present their work at the US Capitol #HouseofCode celebration Submissions due October 30, 2025 For more information visit: https://www.congressionalappchallenge.us Register Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke's Office: 222 Lenox Road, Brooklyn NY 11226 - 718-287-1142 - clarke.house.gov

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Congressional App Challenge

Provided by:
U.S. Congressional District 9
Type:
Other  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Youth
Keywords:
Competition  •  Education  •  Tech & STEM
Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke invites middle and high school students to participate in the Congressional App Challenge. Students can work individually or in teams of up to four to create an original app using any coding language and for any platform (mobile, web, or other). Winners will be invited to present their work at the #HouseofCode celebration at the U.S. Capitol.
Deadline: Submissions due October 30, 2025

More info at:

Website:
congressionalappchallenge.us
 
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2025-octavia summer institute flyer 2025

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Octavia Summer Institute

Provided by:
Octavia Project
Type:
Summer Programs  •  Training and Education  •  Youth Services
Resource for:
Teenagers
Keywords:
Arts and Culture  •  Education  •  English and Creative Writing  •  Gender Equity  •  Outdoors  •  Summer Programs  •  Tech & STEM
A free summer program for young women and trans and nonbinary youth ages 14–19. The Institute offers hands-on workshops in artmaking, creative writing, computer programming, scientific exploration, and more. Participants also go on field trips and receive daily lunch, snacks, and a MetroCard.
Deadline: Priority deadline: March 15, 2025. Rolling deadline: May 15, 2025

More info at:

Website:
octaviaproject.org/join
 
Address: Pratt Institute, Brooklyn  
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2025-Family Youth Peer Services

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Free Family and Youth Peer Support

Provided by:
Christopher Rose Community Empowerment Campaign
Type:
Counseling  •  Food Assistance  •  Health Services  •  Legal Resources and Immigration  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18-24  •  Infants/Children  •  Teenagers  •  Young Adults
Keywords:
Mental Health  •  Substance Dependence
The Family Youth and Peer Support (FYPS) Program is a free resource for Brooklyn youth and families facing social, emotional, developmental, substance use, or behavioral challenges. Operated by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, FYPS offers peer-led support to youth ages 8–24 and their caregivers, with no insurance required. Services focus on empowerment, connection to care, and overcoming barriers. Youth involved with mental health services, ACS, housing or immigration systems, juvenile justice, DOE, or OPWDD may qualify. Those facing physical, economic, or social challenges are also encouraged to connect.

More info at:

Website:
crcec.org
 
Email: Fpa.advocate@crcec.org  
Phone: (347) 234-5491  
Address: 1404 Brooklyn Avenue and 772 Vermont Street  
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2025-Green Teens FLyer (2)

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Green Teens • Farming Work Program for Youth

Provided by:
The Campaign Against Hunger
Type:
Jobs and Internships  •  Training and Education
Resource for:
Adults 18-24  •  High School Students  •  Teenagers
Keywords:
Farming  •  Job Training  •  Outdoors
Get paid while you learn with interactive professional development workshops, work under farming experts, learn about composting and innovative farming techniques, and advocate for food justice and food security in our community. Green Teen Workforce Program for 18-24 year olds Green Teen Internship for 14-18 year olds. Duration: 5 months. Start Date: March 10, 2025.
Deadline: February 28, 2025

More info at:

Website:
tcahfarms.org/green-teens
 
Email: hbrown@tcahnyc.org  
Phone: 718-773-3551 extension 116  
Additional Link:
Apply
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2025-WYC 2025 (1)

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Woodland Youth Crew 2025: Paid Green Career Experience

Provided by:
Prospect Park Alliance
Type:
Jobs and Internships
Resource for:
Youth
Keywords:
Environment  •  Job Training  •  Outdoors  •  Parks
Gain hands-on experience in forest restoration while earning $16.50/hour in Prospect Park, home to Brooklyn’s last remaining forest. Youth Crew members work on trail maintenance, plant native species, remove invasive plants, and help sustain the park’s woodlands. The program runs from April to October with spring and fall sessions on Saturdays and a full-time summer session. Open to youth seeking professional experience in green careers.
Deadline: Apply by February 21, 2025

More info at:

Website:
prospectpark.org/wyc.
 
Email: Program Manager Kendra Srebro at ksrebro@prospectpark.org.  
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2025-NAMI-NYC Teen Mental Health Support Group

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Free Virtual Teen Mental Health Support Group

Provided by:
NAMI National Alliance on Mental Illness NYC Metro
Type:
Health Services
Resource for:
Teenagers  •  Teenagers 14-18
Keywords:
Mental Health
A safe and supportive space for teens ages 14–18 living with mental health challenges. Led by near peers, this weekly virtual group helps participants develop coping skills, build resilience, navigate life transitions, and access resources. Discussions include healthy relationships, self-advocacy, and difficult topics like addiction and suicidal thoughts. Meets Thursdays from 4–5 PM starting January 30. Fill out the interest form to receive reminders and visit the website for more info and the link to join the link to the 1/30 meeting.

More info at:

Website:
Interest Form
 
Additional Link:
More information
Download:
Flyer
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2025-Law Dept Youth Leadership Council 2025

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2025 Youth Leadership Council•NYC Law Department Family Court Division

Provided by:
NYC Law Department Family Court Division
Type:
Training and Education  •  Volunteer and Community Service
Resource for:
High School Students
Keywords:
Afterschool Program  •  Civics and Citizenship
The NYC Law Department Family Court Division is calling all NYC high school students interested in: juvenile justice, family law, mental health, community outreach and engagement. Explore the work of the NYC Law Department Family Court Division. YLC members will learn about careers as: attorney, paralegal, victim advocate, resource specialist and more! This program starts on January 9, 2025, on Thursdays from 4-6PM at 350 Jay Street Brooklyn.

More info at:

Website:
nycservice.org/youth_opportunities
 
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2025-Supported Experimental Lab

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Winter Supported Experimental Filmmaking Lab - Free After School Filmmaking Program for NYC Teens

Provided by:
Reel Works
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
High School Students  •  Neurodivergent Individuals  •  Teenagers
Keywords:
Afterschool Program  •  Arts and Culture
The Reel Works Winter Supported Lab is a FREE weeklong filmmaking intensive that provides community, support, and resources for neurodivergent NYC students as they explore storytelling through filmmaking. Eligibility: Neurodivergent, Ages 15-21. Workshop Dates & Location: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, February 18 - 21, 2025, 12:00-4:00 PM at 540 President Street Suite 2F, Brooklyn.
Deadline: January 26, 2025, 11:59 PM

More info at:

Website:
Apply at bit.ly/4gMattD
 
Email: mariam@reelworks.com  
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2025-Sound Lab

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Sound Lab: Podcasting - Free After School Filmmaking Program for NYC Teens

Provided by:
Reel Works
Type:
Training and Education
Resource for:
High School Students  •  Teenagers
Keywords:
Afterschool Program  •  Arts and Culture
Dive into the art of journalistic storytelling through sound in Sound Lab: Podcasting! Over twelve weeks, students will explore audio recording software, craft immersive soundscapes, create foley effects, and bring narratives to life using only sound. Perfect for aspiring podcasters and audio enthusiasts! Eligibility: High school students ages 13-19, intermediate knowledge of Spanish and some knowledge of English is required. Workshop Dates & Location: Wednesdays, February 12 - May 29, 2025, 4:30-6:30 PM at 540 President Street Suite 2F, Brooklyn.
Deadline: January 19, 2025 11:59PM

More info at:

Website:
Apply at bit.ly/4fuKdmo
 
Email: mariam@reelworks.com  
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