Empowering Voices and Fostering Change: Recap of CCD’s Stakeholders Meeting at Astoria Houses
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, community residents, and CCD’s Human Justice Ambassadors.
The dynamic Stakeholders Meeting served as a catalyst for empowering voices and fostering change within the Astoria Houses community. The gathering aimed to initiate an open dialogue about the goals for 2024 and set the stage for collaborative efforts to bring about positive transformations.
The First Monthly Stakeholders Meeting took place at 4-05 Astoria Blvd, Astoria NY 11102. The agenda for the meeting included a check-in and brief introduction, followed by discussions on CCD’s Mission & Values, the purpose of Monthly Stakeholder Meetings, community and personal goals for 2024, concerns/issues within the community, upcoming events, Q&A, an open floor for discussion, and an announcement about the next meeting in January 2024.
In the agenda we covered:
- CCD’s Mission & Values: Understand the core principles that guide CCD’s initiatives.
- Purpose of Monthly Stakeholder Meetings: Learn how these meetings contribute to community development.
- Community and Personal Goals for 2024: Share and discuss aspirations for the coming year.
- Concerns/Issues in the Community: Address challenges and identify needed support.
- Upcoming Events: Discuss events on the future and determine support requirements.
- Q & A: Engage with the CCD Team and fellow stakeholders.
- Open Floor for Discussion: Free-flowing conversations among attendees.
The Stakeholders Meeting at Astoria Houses reflects CCD’s commitment to community engagement and positive change. By providing a space for open dialogue, the CCD Team aims to empower individuals and collectively address the challenges and opportunities within the community. Join the upcoming Monthly Stakeholders Meeting to be a part of this transformative journey, share your voice, and contribute to the development of a stronger and more vibrant community. Light refreshments will be served, fostering not only discussion but also a sense of community and collaboration.
