We had the privilege of hosting an empowering event The Women’s Circle of Peace, as part of #PeaceWeek. This transformative gathering took place at our Queensbridge office, bringing together women from all walks of life to embrace empowerment, solidarity, and healing while celebrating their incredible roles in fostering peace within our community. The atmosphere […]
In a vibrant display of unity and creativity, Woodside was filled with the spirit of peace during Peace Week as Human Justice Ambassadors orchestrated a transformative Paint and Peace event. This gathering brought together the community and youth builders in a celebration of art and unity. As many neighborhoods across the nation continue to grapple […]
On Thursday, December 28th, at 1:30 p.m. Community Capacity Development’s (CCD) Team organized a Stakeholders Meeting at Astoria Houses, providing an open platform for the community to voice their opinions and contribute to positive transformations. The event was attended by Kevin Yao, Program Manager for DYCD, Marilyn Diaz, Vice President of Tenant’s Association Astoria Houses, […]
Artist-entrepreneur, Sparkle Jordan, graciously lent her artistic brilliance to our Empower and Paint event held at CCD Queensbridge. Bringing together the vibrant youth of Queensbridge, our offices transformed into a lively hub of creative expression for an unforgettable night of artistic exploration. Collaborating seamlessly with our Human Justice Ambassadors, Sparkle guided and inspired attendees throughout […]
The Kings Korner Circle For Men’s, Circle of Unity Event In a reminiscent glance back at a meaningful gathering, CCD hosted The Kings Korner Circle For Men, Circle of Unity event. This gathering was an empowering discussion, where we created a safe space for introspection on being a father, changing community norms, and envisioning the […]
In a dynamic collaboration with Ratchet Assets, The Boujee Banker, and Shanisha Dixon-Tyrell, CCD (Community Capacity Development) orchestrated an impactful Financial Literacy Workshop tailored specifically for the vibrant community and youth of Woodside. This empowering event served as a beacon of knowledge and a gateway to financial understanding. The expertise from Ratchet Assets, renowned for […]
CCD attended the second annual United Justice Coalition (UJC) Summit, engaging with leaders, experts, advocates, and individuals dedicated to advancing justice across diverse fields. Our community coordinators, Demetrius Similien and Judith Brown Fears networked with like-minded organizations actively involved in the essential groundwork required for tangible change and listened to amazing conversation surrounding Human Justice. […]
On October 9th, 2023, the eve of Indigenous People’s Day, communities gathered in unity to take part in the visionary event, the Human Justice March. Under the theme “Breaking Chains, Building Bridges,” this transformative initiative sought to establish a theoretical framework for communities, paving the way for Human Justice, Public Safety, and prosperity to flourish […]
The groundbreaking world premiere of “Beyond Punishment: Stories of Justice and Healing,” was an extraordinary interview-based theater performance co-produced by the Justice Beyond Punishment Collaborative (JBPC) and Ping Chong + Company. Community Capacity Development is thrilled to share this transformative initiative that aligns with our commitment to community empowerment and Human Justice. The […]
Embarking on a transformative journey, Community Capacity Developments’ Executive Director K Bain, recently had the honor of participating in the Beyond The Bars conference in LA as a guest speaker. Held in collaboration with The Center for Justice at UCLA, Bruin Underground Scholars (BUS), and the UCLA Prison Education Program (PEP), this third biannual conference, […]