Amplifying Voices through Creative Expression

We envision a world where all artists and learners work together to recognize and celebrate the power of their creative voices to manifest a more equitable future.

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Mission, Vision, and Values

Our mission is to facilitate culturally responsive, multidisciplinary art programs for students, teaching artists, and communities to develop and amplify their voices and creative skills.

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We envision a world where all artists and learners work together to recognize and celebrate the power of their creative voices to manifest a more equitable future.

Impacting Communities through the Arts for 25 years.

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Student Stories:
Kayla Dike

“I believe it is important to not only understand the inequities in our nation but also actively advocate against them. Community-Word Project provides an outlet for social change through poetry and creative arts.”
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Community Artwork

Featuring the creative work of Community-Word Project’s Students, Teaching Artists, and Teaching Artist Trainees.

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Use Your Outside Voice!

Speak up for creative expression! Join our community as we fundamentally change the lives of NYC Youth.

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