DYCD - About DYCD

Department of Youth and Community Development - Serving New York City Youth, Families & Communities

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	The Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) was founded by LL 1996 No 81, §1, which became effective 30 days after enacted. Mayor Rudolph W. Giuliani approved the legislation on September 26, 1996, and DYCD was created October 26, 1996 to provide the City of New York with high-quality youth and family programming. Our central task is administering available City, state, and federal funds to effective community-based organizations. DYCD supports New York City youth and their families by funding a wide range of high-quality youth and community development programs, including: • Beacon Community Centers • Corporate Internships for Youth • Literacy programs for adults, adolescent and families • Out-of-School Time Initiative • Runaway and Homeless Youth Outreach • Summer Youth Employment Program • Youth Workforce Development DYCD is committed to building and expanding on partnerships that generate innovative and practical programs for youth, their families and communities. Additional Information: Annual Report Careers with DYCD Commissioner’s Message DYCD History Senior Management Chart (in PDF) Events Honors and Awards Monthly Bulletin Press Coverage Press Releases Federal Stimulus

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	Neighborhood Advisory Boards
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