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Youth FX Screening – March 30th at 7pm – Spectrum 8 Theaters

By albanyhousing | Published: March 22, 2017

Albany’s award winning Youth FX teen filmmaking program will host the world premiere of our 2017 short films on Thursday March 30th, 7pm at the Spectrum 8 Movie Theatres. The screening will feature short documentary and narrative films, and will be followed by a Q & A with the youth filmmakers and program directors.

$10/Adults $8/Students

Advance Tickets Available Soon!

Please join our Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/298822630534707/

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Youth FX was founded in 2008 to provide young people in the City of Albany with a hands-on program designed to introduce them to the technical and creative aspects of digital film making by offering a thorough overview of the production process from script to screen. Our programs have grown from our 6 week summer intensive year round programming at Albany High School, Albany Public Libraries and community spaces across the capital region.

Youth FX primarily works with young people who reside in the South End, Arbor Hill and West Hill neighborhoods of Albany, NY, areas that have been historically under served and in need of meaningful opportunities for training and engagement in new digital media technology. The skills they are learning not only enables them to be more creative and express their ideas, but they are also valuable skills that are in high demand in today’s technology based world. Youth FX participants engage in their communities by creating documentary and short fiction films that reflect their understanding and vision of the world around them.

Youth FX films have been screened and won awards at dozens of film festivals across the country including:

Tribeca Film Festival
San Francisco International Film Festival
Los Angeles Film Festival
Chicago International Film Festival
DC Independent Film Festival
Woodstock Film Festival
Big Sky Documentary Festival
Harlem International Film Festival

Youth FX is sponsored & supported by:
New York Council On The Arts (NYSCA), Charles Touhey Foundation, Times Union Hope Fund, Bender Family Foundation, Community Foundation of The Capital Region, Grand Street Community Arts, Albany High School, Albany Public Libraries, Spectrum 8 Theatres, The Free School, Wine & Dine For The Arts.

For more information about the Youth FX program please visit our website: www.youthfx.org

Check out YouthFX videos online:
http://vimeo.com/youthfx

For more info please email: info@youthfx.org or call Youth FX program director Bhawin Suchak at: (518) 526-5586

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HEALTHY YOU – Upcoming Wellness Activities

By albanyhousing | Published: March 13, 2017

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Hispanic Coalition NY: 2017 #RisingStars Nominations are now being accepted!

By albanyhousing | Published: March 7, 2017

The Hispanic Coalition NY is currently accepting nominations for the 2017 #40Under40 #RisingStars program from now until May 1, 2016. 

A recognition reception will take place during Hispanic Heritage Month and we will share the SAVE THE DATE information soon.

You can read more about the #RisingStars here.

Here is the link for the 2017 Nomination:

http://www.hcnewyork.com/2017-nomination.html

We have attached the file you need to upload as part of the nomination in the following link,

but please email us with any questions or if you need help with the nomination form; we can help you.

Rising Stars NOMINATION FORM

Gracias and don’t forget to share the information and link on your social media networks:

Nominate a 2017 @HispCoalitionNY #40Under40 #RisingStar today!

Stay tuned for more information about the Nathan Lebron Scholarship application process!

The Hispanic Coalition NY, Inc.

518-722-HCNY (4269)

coalition@hcnewyork.com

www.hcnewyork.com

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City of Albany Awarded U.S. Conference of Mayors City Livability Award for “Fifth Day” of Summer Youth Employment Program

By albanyhousing | Published: March 7, 2017

“Fifth Day” Enrichment Workshops Recognized as a National Model

This past summer, the United States Conference of Mayors selected Mayor Kathy M. Sheehan and the City of Albany’s Youth and Workforce Services as a recipient of its 2016 Outstanding Achievement City Livability Award, one of just 10 cities receiving the award in its category nationwide. The City was selected for the creation of an enrichment series of professional and educational development for nearly 1,000 young people who work in the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). The award, made by an independent panel of judges, was announced at the U.S. Conference of Mayors 84th Annual Meeting. On a series of Fridays, SYEP provides students:

  • A Financial Literacy Workshop with SEFCU;
  • A College Campus Tour at the University at Albany;
  • A Career Exploration Workshop at the New York State Museum; and
  • A “Building Bridges: Know Your Rights” program in which Albany police officers and representatives from the Center for Law and Justice educate young people about their legal rights when they interact with police.

“This is a community driven initiative,” said Albany Mayor Kathy M. Sheehan. “Based on input from parents, participants and community leaders, we overhauled the Summer Youth Employment Program to make sure Albany’s young men and women are exposed to the broad opportunities that are available to them as they plan for their futures.”

“Our young people have a great deal of talent, and our aim each year is to use the five weeks we have in SYEP to expose them to the working world and to train them to be strong employees,” said Jonathan Jones, Commissioner of Youth and Workforce Services for the City of Albany. “This Livability Award confirms that this youth-centered program, which benefits both our young people and employers who depend on their valuable contributions, is an innovative approach to improving the quality of life in our City.”

Community input was sought in 2014 to help design a program that would provide on-the-job work experiences and positive interactions in work environments that would help youth connect their education to career goals and pathways. The program employs Albany residents age 14 to 18 for five weeks beginning July 5. SYEP is designed to introduce youth to the working world, help identify career interests and foster good work habits, and provide youth with the opportunity to earn money for themselves and their families.

Mayor & Commissioner

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Sleep-A-Thon in the Park This Friday!

By albanyhousing | Published: February 28, 2017

This Friday (March 3rd) from 5 PM to Midnight, Homeless Action Committee (HAC) will be hosting their 24th Sleep-A-Thon in Townsend Park.

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For a printable version of the Flyer and Pledge Sheet,

please click the corresponding image above.

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Notice of Public Review and Hearing Annual Plan

By albanyhousing | Published: February 16, 2017

Notice of Public Review and Hearing

Annual Plan

Albany Housing Authority will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at 5:30 PM in the Atrium at 200 South Pearl Street to hear comments on Annual Plan (2017-2018).

A draft of the Annual Plan is available for public review during regular business hours starting on February 15, 2017 for the duration of the comment period.  A copy of the plan will also be available on our website at http://www.albanyhousing.org/about-aha/5-year-and-annual-plan and at each AHA management office for its federal sites.

Comments may be submitted prior to the public hearing. Comments may be mailed to AHA, 200 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York 12202-1834; emailed to

info@albanyhousing.org or faxed to 518-641-7545.

Please put “Annual Plan Comments” in the subject line. Attendees to the hearing will be required to sign in.

Michael Whalen, Chairman

Steven T. Longo, Executive Director Equal Housing Opportunity

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Movie night has been canceled tonight

By albanyhousing | Published: February 9, 2017

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Utility Trouble? Free Legal Assistance Offered

By albanyhousing | Published: January 30, 2017

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Warning: Coyotes in the Area

By albanyhousing | Published: January 25, 2017

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2017 African American History Film Series

By albanyhousing | Published: January 24, 2017

Film Series 2017

 

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Healthy You 2017 Wellness Screenings

By albanyhousing | Published: January 20, 2017

Healthy You

 

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Are you interested in working in the construction industry?

By albanyhousing | Published: January 17, 2017

Informational Meetings on
Applying for Jobs in Construction

Kasselman Electric, AVillage, Trinity Alliance, and Albany County Legislator Sam Fein are hosting an event on January 21, 2017, at 10 AM at the Capital South Campus Center (20 Warren St, Albany, NY 12202) to provide information to community members on how to apply for employment in the construction industry.

This group of community and business leaders is aiming to expand construction employment opportunities to residents of the South End. Kasselman Electric, located on Broad Street in the South End, is committed to making a difference in the community.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Albany County Legislator Sam Fein at samfein6@gmail.com or 518-362-8380.

Kasselman

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AHA Board Meeting Dates for 2017

By albanyhousing | Published: January 9, 2017

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The Homeless Action Committee (HAC) Winter Newsletter is Here!

By albanyhousing | Published: December 20, 2016

The Homeless Action Committee (HAC) is dedicated to improving the lives of homeless people and advocating for permanent solutions to the problems of homelessness. HAC operates permanent Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing for people who had been living on the streets for years and who have alcoholism. This SRO has helped countless people to get off the streets, have a home, and begin making changes in their lives. HAC is also the proud operators of the Outreach Van program which assists hundreds of people on the streets each year by providing them with compassionate human contact, a listening ear, food, clothing, blankets, referrals and transportation to area services. Please click the link below to read the current newsletter and help the HAC achieve its goal of helping the homeless in our region.

HAC Winter 2016 Newsletter

 

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True African Performance Dance Company

By albanyhousing | Published: October 24, 2016

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Environmental Career Opportunities for Young Adults

By albanyhousing | Published: October 24, 2016

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NYS Excelsior Conservation Flyer

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Flu Shot Available!

By albanyhousing | Published: October 13, 2016

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Do You Want To Register To Vote? – Voter Registration Night At Capital South Campus Center

By albanyhousing | Published: September 21, 2016

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Juvenile Reentry Assistance Program (JRAP) Launches!

By albanyhousing | Published: September 19, 2016

A letter from the W.A.G.E. Center:

September 19, 2016

Hello,

I am delighted to announce that the Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York (LASNNY) is launching the Juvenile Reentry Assistance Program (JRAP) this fall.  JRAP is made possible by a grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) Second Chance Act funds.  The goal of JRAP is to assist young people with reintegrating back into their communities.  LASNNY is partnering with the Albany Housing Authority (AHA) and the “Working to Achieve Gainful Employment” (W.A.G.E.) Center to implement this program.

The program will assist young people up to age 24 who have juvenile or criminal records residing in public housing, or who would be able to reside in public housing if they did not have a record.  The services provided will assist individuals with: sealing and/or correcting juvenile or adult records as permitted by New York State law, counseling regarding legal rights and obligations in relation to searching for employment, and alleviating collateral consequences associated with reentering the community.  LASNNY is eager to begin assisting our community with overcoming obstacles in accessing public housing, gaining employment, and pursuing educational opportunities, obstacles which are often brought on by criminal justice involvement and rap sheets.

As a valued community organization and ally in social justice, I would encourage you to contact me at (518) 533-5935, or via e-mail at cshukla@lasnny.org for more information and to discuss establishing a simple referral relationship.  I am happy to meet with you and your organization to discuss this program in depth and answer any questions.  Please note: I will be holding office hours at the W.A.G.E. Center on 200 Green Street in Albany on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 p.m.  In addition, on Wednesday, September 21st, the W.A.G.E. Center and Legal Aid will be holding a Legal Information Workshop from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at AHA’s 200 South Pearl Street, First Floor conference room.  Clients can feel free to drop in during office hours and/or attend the workshop for more information.  Clients can request assistance by calling me directly at (518) 533-5935 during business hours, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Thank you for your attention and I look forward to working together on this new initiative.

Sincerely,

Chaula Shukla
Staff Attorney

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Albany Community Health Day

By albanyhousing | Published: September 13, 2016

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