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New York, NY 10011
(212) 388-3800
At the Y, our focus on health and well-being helps our members find balance in life. That's why we're committed to providing you with the resources and support you need to achieve your health goals.
Alley is an entrepreneurial hub, where teams and individuals can grow their businesses surrounded by like minded people, and work collaboratively in a supportive environment. Additionally, our members take advantage of outstanding networking opportunities and special events hosted by Alley, such as speaker series with Angel Investors and experienced entrepreneurs, as well as hackathons and sponsored happy hours. Our aim is to help our start-ups bridge the gap between their innovative ideas and stable business establishment. This is where human talent, ingenuity, and sourcing capital come together. This is Alley.
The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center 208 W 13 St New York, NY 10011 | 212.620.7310 | www.gaycenter.org
Civic Hall, a project of Personal Democracy Media, is a vibrant, collaborative, year-round community center and beautiful event space in Manhattan's Flatiron District where civic innovators - technologists, social entrepreneurs, government officials, community organizers researchers and makers - can work, network, learn and organize to solve civic problems at scale.
Civic Hall, a project of Personal Democracy Media, is a vibrant, collaborative, year-round community center and beautiful event space in Manhattan's Flatiron District where civic innovators - technologists, social entrepreneurs, government officials, community organizers researchers and makers - can work, network, learn and organize to solve civic problems at scale.
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Established in 1971, the Shambhala Meditation Center of New York is part of an international community of urban meditation and rural retreat centers founded by Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche and further developed by his son and lineage holder Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Our center, located in Manhattan’s Chelsea district, offers daily public meditation, a core curriculum of Buddhist and Shambhala teachings, as well as training in advanced contemplative practices. We invite you to explore our diverse programs designed to help New Yorkers of all traditions discover their inherent sanity, gentleness and humor.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS *Receive information regarding all Centro Español events and activities. *Invitations to exclusive member-only dinner parties and feasts, with complementary food, open bar and entertainment. *Preferred admission and seating to all cultural and social events (including priority seating to sporting events such as the World Cup and "El Classico" soccer games). *Discounted food and beverage at events. *Free or discounted admission to classes and lectures held at the Centro Español. *Largely discounted fee for rental of the salon, lecture hall and classroom - available for personal parties or events. *Access to the job and social network for members and participating businesses/corporations. *25% discount at our award winning restaurant La Nacional Tapas Bar and Restaurant. *Free access to the Society’s library.
Initiated as an organizing effort by a coalition of LGBTSTGNC People of Color, The Audre Lorde Project was first brought together by Advocates for Gay Men of Color (a multi-racial network of gay men of color HIV policy advocates) in 1994. The vision for ALP grew out of the expressed need for innovative and unified community strategies to address the multiple issues impacting LGBTSTGNC People of Color communities. ALP secured and moved into its Fort Greene home, in the parish house of the Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church, during the summer of 1996.
The Interdependence Project offers traditional trainings for modern people. We integrate contemplation, ethics, and wisdom to help you create a harmonious life for yourself and others. Incorporating multi-lineage teachings, western psychology, and practical philosophy, our Mindfulness Plus retreats and trainings help empower people to live in balance with our complex and interdependent world.
OUR HISTORY Founded in October 1995, P.R.I.D.E., is an organization made up of the LGBT Community and its supporters, of Puerto Rican/Latino(a) descent/heritage. In 1996, we marched for the first time in the Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC. In 1997, we marched for the first time in the Gay Parade in Puerto Rico and led a successful campaign against oppressive HIV laws in Puerto Rico. In 1998, we sponsored events at the LGBT Community Center and collaborated with other LGBT groups of color to best service our constituents. In 1999, we brought the P.R.I.D.E. Awards to Brooklyn’s Audre Lord Project. In 2000, we took time for introspection and re-examination of our structure and purpose. In 2001 we brought the P.R.I.D.E. Awards to the Bronx with the assistance of the Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance. In 2005 we brought the P.R.I.D.E. Awards to Manhattan and we celebrated P.R.I.D.E.’s 10th Anniversary, with the assistance and sponsorship of Latino Gay Men of New York and the Gay and Lesbian Dominican Empowerment Organization. P.R.I.D.E. is redefining Puerto Rican/Latino/People of Color empowerment across the City with the Young Adult Program, Salud Boricua, Volunteer Program, Community Outreach, Health Survey and other programs that will be expanded. P.R.I.D.E. has become an active part of AIDS Walk NY, Rapture on the River Women’s Dance, Community Forums, Conferences, Toy Drives and our Welcoming Seasons Event. Our two new Initiatives will be: Giving back to our Community (G-BOC) by volunteering at different venues that have sponsored P.R.I.D.E.. In addition we are looking into Starting a Hot Line for victims of hate crimes/bullying. P.R.I.D.E. Under the leadership of Lillian Nieves (President since 2010) along with the Board Members and Advisory Board Members continues to support the LGBT Community. In addition to the Board Members, P.R.I.D.E. is also supported by their P.R.I.D.E. Volunteer Corp. (Volunteers are welcome!) P.R.I.D.E. grows at the same pace as our community. In this regard, our Organization is proud to announce that since April 11, 2011, our office is located at the headquarters of the Latino Commission on AIDS (LCOA). Our new address is: 24 West 25th Street (9th Fl.), New York, NY. 10010, and our office number is 212-675-3288 x 469.
OUR HISTORY Founded in October 1995, P.R.I.D.E., is an organization made up of the LGBT Community and its supporters, of Puerto Rican/Latino(a) descent/heritage. In 1996, we marched for the first time in the Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC. In 1997, we marched for the first time in the Gay Parade in Puerto Rico and led a successful campaign against oppressive HIV laws in Puerto Rico. In 1998, we sponsored events at the LGBT Community Center and collaborated with other LGBT groups of color to best service our constituents. In 1999, we brought the P.R.I.D.E. Awards to Brooklyn’s Audre Lord Project. In 2000, we took time for introspection and re-examination of our structure and purpose. In 2001 we brought the P.R.I.D.E. Awards to the Bronx with the assistance of the Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance. In 2005 we brought the P.R.I.D.E. Awards to Manhattan and we celebrated P.R.I.D.E.’s 10th Anniversary, with the assistance and sponsorship of Latino Gay Men of New York and the Gay and Lesbian Dominican Empowerment Organization. P.R.I.D.E. is redefining Puerto Rican/Latino/People of Color empowerment across the City with the Young Adult Program, Salud Boricua, Volunteer Program, Community Outreach, Health Survey and other programs that will be expanded. P.R.I.D.E. has become an active part of AIDS Walk NY, Rapture on the River Women’s Dance, Community Forums, Conferences, Toy Drives and our Welcoming Seasons Event. Our two new Initiatives will be: Giving back to our Community (G-BOC) by volunteering at different venues that have sponsored P.R.I.D.E.. In addition we are looking into Starting a Hot Line for victims of hate crimes/bullying. P.R.I.D.E. Under the leadership of Lillian Nieves (President since 2010) along with the Board Members and Advisory Board Members continues to support the LGBT Community. In addition to the Board Members, P.R.I.D.E. is also supported by their P.R.I.D.E. Volunteer Corp. (Volunteers are welcome!) P.R.I.D.E. grows at the same pace as our community. In this regard, our Organization is proud to announce that since April 11, 2011, our office is located at the headquarters of the Latino Commission on AIDS (LCOA). Our new address is: 24 West 25th Street (9th Fl.), New York, NY. 10010, and our office number is 212-675-3288 x 469.
Spark Labs is the collaborative ecosystem & US expansion platform for tech & media entrepreneurs creating or expanding their business in NYC. We provide workspace, support & networking. Our past successes have lead to the foundation of numerous successful tech companies, the creation of hundreds of jobs, millions of dollars in funding, and many industry awards.
Fighting Discrimination against Gender Non-Conforming People: Focusing on People of Color and Poor People Transgender, transsexual, intersex and other gender non-conforming people face persistent and severe discrimination in employment, education, health care, social and legal services, criminal justice and many other realms. Simultaneously, all low-income people, and particularly those in communities of color, are suffering from the severe cutbacks to anti-poverty programs, increasing militarization of the police, and rising rates of incarceration. Low income people and people of color who experience gender identity discrimination are particularly vulnerable in this climate. Low-income people and people of color are overrepresented in systems such as prisons, group homes, shelters and detention facilities. Because so many of the systems are sex-segregated, many people face serious problems of inaccessibility, harassment or violence if their gender identity or expression does not conform to their birth sex. Many are turned away outright from essential services like homeless shelters, drug treatment or mental health services, while others experience discrimination or violence in these settings because of their gender identity or expression. Police harassment and violence, and mistreatment in juvenile and adult justice systems, are widespread in our communities. Furthermore, those who seek legal and social services to help get on their feet or fight for entitlements often encounter ignorance or discrimination at the door. The result is that transgender, transsexual, intersex and gender non-conforming people are disproportionately poor, homeless, and incarcerated, and are 7-10 times more likely to be a victim of murder. The Sylvia Rivera Law Project’s work seeks to address both the root causes and effects of discrimination and violence on the basis of gender identity and expression. The right to self determine gender identity and expression and be free from violence is only one facet of a multi-issue movement for justice and self-determination of al people. We believe that justice does not trickle down, and that those who face the most severe consequences of violence and discrimination should be the priority of movements against discrimination. Our agenda focuses on those in our community who face multiple vectors of state and institutional violence: people of color, incarcerated people, people with disabilities, people with HIV/AIDS, immigrants, homeless people, youth, and people trying to access public benefits. We work through a collective structure built on the idea that our work should be by and for our community, and should be focused on maximizing political voice and power while providing desperately needed services.
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ORGANIZE makes it easy to register as an organ donor. Although 95% of Americans support organ donation, only 50% are actually registered as organ donors. ORGANIZE built the country's first centralized registration process for all states, and is making it easier to express your donor wishes on social media with the hashtag #OrganDonor. To register and learn more about the #OrganDonor movement check out ORGANIZE.org
Who We Are: The costs of treatment-based solutions to diseases are skyrocketing. Billions will be spent in fighting the threat of malaria, Chagas, diarrheal diseases, and tuberculosis. As the global population grows and drug-resistant diseases become major concerns, the costs and burdens of these problems will steadily become increasingly severe. Impoverished communities around the world will be the most vulnerable. What if there were simple solutions that lessened this burden? What if there were economical solutions that delivered lasting improvements at a fraction of current costs? ARCHIVE Global, Architecture for Health in Vulnerable Environments, believes that housing affects global health in a powerful way. We operate at the intersection of development, health, and architecture. We believe that a better built environment can drastically reduce the burden of disease and death in impoverished communities worldwide. We prioritize design as a key strategy in combating disease around the world. Prevention is the key to reducing the burden of disease. Simple, cost-effective improvements and scalable interventions represent a preventive model that is replicable and sustainable. Our Approach: Research — We investigate how the built environment contributes to public health globally. Awareness — We inform communities about best practices to improve health and reduce the risk of disease. Advocacy — We strive to bring change at a national and international level through changes in public policy. Construction — We believe in the need to design, test, and build practical housing solutions that combat poor health.
Epic Foundation connects the world's leading philanthropists and corporations with outstanding organizations focused on youth well-being.
In a room capped at 30 participants, dancers are given the opportunity to explore movement in a non-competitive, yet highly motivated dance environment. For only a flat rate of five dollars, The Playground allows the dancer to freely experience each choreographer’s styles and ideas, engage with a new community of dancers, and gather resourceful information and inspiration from the plethora of choreographers involved. The Playground provides choreographers with free space to manifest their thoughts onto bodies, refine their teaching methods on trained professionals, and establish relationships with new dancers, fellow choreographers, and prominent presenters. Arranged is the occasion to scope out New York’s most emerging and explosive talent in an unconventional setting. In this situation, presenters are able to study the personalities of whom they commission instead of just the final product.