Two of the most powerful words in any language – thank you – were spoken to 92 Language Bank volunteers honored at the 19th Annual Language Bank Recognition Ceremony held in the Ceremonial Room on February 4. These volunteers are among 250 NYCHA employees who collectively speak 39 languages, making NYCHA’s Language Bank one of… MORE
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On February 26, NYCHA’s Chinese American Association (CAA) and their 300-plus guests brought in the Chinese New Year, 4713, with music, dancing, and belly-warming food at the Grand Harmony Restaurant in Chinatown. Before rousing performances from the Joyful Dance Ensemble and singer Danny Pao, NYCHA Chair and CEO Shola Olatoye wished everyone a happy and… MORE
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On February 19, NYCHA hosted its 48th annual Black History Celebration in the Ceremonial Room at 90 Church Street. This year’s theme – “A Century of Black Life, History and Culture” – was introduced by Community Operations Bronx Borough Director Marlon Forbes, who noted that NYCHA has its own Black history to celebrate, including the… MORE
Read moreWelcome to NYCHANow, our new and improved employee newsletter. We’ve updated the design and distribution plan: you’ll receive NYCHANow in your email once a month to start. Please let us know how you like the newsletter and if you have events, accomplishments, program changes or other news that you want covered. You can reach us… MORE
Read moreOn January 23, Chair and CEO Shola Olatoye and General Manager Cecil House announced significant operational and staffing changes that will position the Authority to implement key initiatives, including NextGeneration NYCHA, the agency’s ten-year strategic investment plan, and the recently launched Optimal Property Management Operating Model (OPMOM) pilot, which empowers property managers with far greater… MORE
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