Youth Programing
THE POINT’s Arts and Advocacy Youth Development Program – This central feature of THE POINT’s services offers after school and in-school programming throughout the year in addition to summer programming for 500 young people in grades 1-12. Through justice-based arts and service learning activities, THE POINT’s youth programs aim to support the academic, artistic and positive social development of young people in Hunts Point and engage them as leaders in community development. Specific youth programs include THE POINT After-School Program, the teen leadership group, A.C.T.I.O.N. (Activists Coming To Inform Our Neighborhood), and arts-in-education programs including the International Center of Photography (ICP) at THE POINT and Social Cirque at THE POINT (formally Cirque du Monde at THE POINT). THE POINT’s youth programs have been the recipients of awards including the Union Square and Coming Up Taller Awards for their unique blend of leadership development via art programming with a message.
In-House Programming
International Center of Photography (ICP)
ICP at THE POINT is a year-round collaboration between the International Center of Photography and THE POINT CDC in the South Bronx. The program teaches photography, critical thinking, writing, and public speaking with the goal of fostering self-esteem, community development, and social change. Students have access to an onsite classroom/studio, black-and-white darkroom, and gallery, as well as a virtual classroom. Registration is ongoing with courses running every season for all ages. Cameras and supplies are provided.
For more info contact:
Abigail Montes or Tiffany Williams
amontes@thepoint.org
twilliams@thepoint.org
Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP)
THE POINT will be accepting up to 40 Participants from ages 16 to 24 years of age an opportunity to work in-person this summer. All Participants will be working 25 hours a week at a pay of $15 an hour. During the Summer employment program participants will be able to choose from 4 different art disciplines , Vocal, Visual Arts, Circus , And Acting, to work on a final project that will be shared with the other participants. We are working with Children’s Arts & Science (CASW) so when applying please put them as your worksite provider. The link to SYEP Application is below. It is due April 22nd, 2022.
For more info contact:
Amanda Barreto
abarreto@thepoint.org
Minds Empowered (ME)
RMinds Empowered aims to create a safe space for women-identified, male-identified & gender non-conforming youth. We work to provide young people with a platform to express themselves freely and become change makers in their communities.
For more info contact:
Tiffany Williams
twilliams@thepoint.org
Circus Arts
Cirque is a Social Circus program dedicated to advancing social justice and individual wellness through circus arts. Participants will engage in a variety of circus disciplines, including juggling, acrobatics (tumbling), and aerial arts, while being encouraged to strive for personal growth and self-improvement in a fun and welcoming environment. The program also emphasizes the value of teamwork through collaborative physical activities. At the end of the program, a showcase will be held to exhibit the circus and life skills acquired by the students throughout the sessions
For more info contact:
Amanda Barreto
abarreto@thepoint.org
Youth Organizing (YO)
The Youth Organizing (Y.O.) program is a stipend-based initiative for high school students that empowers the next generation of community leaders, organizers, and environmental justice advocates. Using arts, culture, and hands-on learning, Y.O. drives long-term solutions to social and environmental challenges.
Y.O. participants work closely with The Point CDC to design and implement youth-led initiatives that amplify community voices, promote equity, and address critical neighborhood issues. Through art, media, and grassroots organizing, students gain the skills to uplift their communities and lead meaningful social change.
For more info contact:
Amanda Barreto
abarreto@thepoint.org
Screen Printing
Screen Printing is a visual arts program where students learn the art of screen printing, from stencil making to using a screen printing machine. Students would design work expressing their individuality and print works connected to environmental justice and campaigns. THE POINT is a part of using different substrates like poster paper, t-shirts, and tote bags.
For more info contact:
Amanda Barreto
abarreto@thepoint.org
