Julie Won together with volunteers and members of non-profit organizations in Queens, giving our Thanksgiving Turkeys to the community.

A Season of Unity: CCD and Council Member Julie Won Spread Joy in Woodside and Astoria

As the holiday season approached, Community Capacity Development (CCD) embarked on a heartwarming collaboration with Council Member Julie Won and Woodside On The Move to bring the spirit of unity to the neighborhoods of Woodside and Astoria. This joint effort aimed not only to distribute Thanksgiving turkeys but also to foster a sense of unity and […]

Safe Summer Hempstead - Terrace Avenue - Basketball Championship - Community Event

The Safe Summer 2023 Initiative Against Gun Violence. Empowering Communities.

During the summer months, communities across multiple cities come together for a common cause — The Safe Summer 2023 initiative. This community-driven effort aims to prevent gun violence and foster safety and security within selected jurisdictions. Rooted in community leadership, this initiative is built on three fundamental guiding principles. 1. Strategic Planning: Our first guiding […]

Jumaane Williams NYC Public Advocate speaks at the Human Justice System Change Conference

Human Justice System Change Conference 2023

Human Justice System Change Conference: Shaping the Future Together The Human Justice System Change Conference held at St. Francis College, organized by Community Capacity Development (CCD), was a transformative event that brought together passionate advocates, thought leaders, and community members. The conference featured four insightful panels that addressed critical issues in the justice system, ranging […]

Human Justice Training with Elite Learners - CCD

Human Justice Training with Elite Learners – CCD

At community Capacity Development, the Human Justice Training Academy boasts of highly resourceful training specialists who amplify the teaching of the Human Justice Network. The team was on ground recently for a training session with Elite Learners, one of our partner organizations in New York. Our Human Justice Training is uniquely designed to expand the […]

CCD at the Ravenswood Clean Energy Power Plant Announcement

CCD at the Ravenswood Clean Energy Power Plant Announcement

The CCD team was present as Rise Light & Power announced plans to redevelop the Ravenswood Generating station into a new renewable energy hub to help New York achieve its nation-leading climate goals. Our leadership at CCD has been at the forefront of advocacy for renewable energy in Black and Brown neighborhoods who are daily […]

K. Bain is a Keynote Speaker on “Dismantling Structural Racism” in New Orleans

K. Bain is a Keynote Speaker on “Dismantling Structural Racism” in New Orleans

Our Executive Director, k. Bain Joins researchers, academicians and community leaders to speak on “Dismantling Structural racism” at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Interdisciplinary leaders’ program, led by University of Minnesota in New Orleans. This is a leadership forum that convene researchers, community leaders, advocates and organizers, using the power of applied research to inform […]

K. Bain at the “Leadership Through Global Change” Summit in Abu Dhabi

K. Bain at the “Leadership Through Global Change” Summit in Abu Dhabi

Our Executive Director, k. Bain joined Global Public Health Experts at a session on Leading for Global Public Health: Lessons from a Pandemic, at the “Leadership Through Global Change” Summit, NYU Steinhardt, Abu Dhabi. The Panelists comprising experts from various fields in the public health sector, spoke on the state of global public health with […]