On September 20, NYCHA’s Sustainability Department became the first institution to win a Smart Energy Decisions DEI Impact Award. Smart Energy Decisions, the first web-based information resource dedicated to addressing the information needs of large power customers, inaugurated its DEI Impact Awards program this year to honor efforts in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in clean energy.… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Several years after starting their NYCHA careers as Caretakers, Tiphany Malloy and Jermaine Hall have moved up the ranks to management-level roles. South Beach Houses resident Ms. Malloy has been serving as an Assistant Resident Buildings Superintendent at the Woodson/Van Dyke II Houses consolidation in Brooklyn for over a year, while former Saint Mary’s… MORE
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In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, NYCHA employee Lauren Antoine received the Sarita Bonnilla Memorial Elder Justice Hero Award from The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Center for Elder Justice at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale for her work on behalf of older adult NYCHA residents who have experienced neglect or abuse. Ms. Antoine… MORE
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NYCHA’s Comprehensive Modernization Department has achieved a pivotal step forward, finalizing renovation plans for two Brooklyn sites under the Gowanus Neighborhood Rezoning Plan: Wyckoff Gardens and Gowanus Houses. The milestone is the result of a year-long collective process which included residents, resident association leaders, property management, and local Council Member Lincoln Restler. “This was truly… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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The Environmental Health and Safety Department’s (EHS) Employee Safety Oversight Unit (ESOU) monitors NYCHA’s compliance with regulations and standards governing employee safety. ESOU also investigates reports of unsafe conditions at workplaces. As a part of their work, ESOU performs activities such as: One of NYCHA’s critical safety programs is its Confined Space Safety Program. Confined… MORE
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Hispanic Heritage Month, also known as Latinx Heritage Month, is a month-long annual celebration from September 15 through October 15. These dates were selected to incorporate the independence days of Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua. Latinx Heritage Month recognizes the legacies and contributions of individuals who trace their roots to… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Throughout 2023, NYCHA employees and residents are participating in training on NYCHA’s responsibilities regarding resident involvement and the importance of meaningful resident engagement, partnership, and participation in the Authority’s operations – and how we can improve the quality of life in NYCHA communities. Greater resident participation is vital to NYCHA’s continuing efforts to strengthen the… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Inside the carpenter shop at Tompkins Houses, Stephen Jackman opened a small door on what he calls his “keep everything compartment.” Indeed, this universal storage cart built by Mr. Jackman is an invention that would make many a hardware store clerk proud. Constructed of plywood and standing roughly four feet tall on wheels, the customized… MORE
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The 24 residents who were the first to graduate from NYCHA’s Clean Energy Academy this August are now prepared for careers in the rapidly growing clean energy sector. The NYCHA Clean Energy Academy (NCEA) provides residents with a 16-week, 280-hour training program where they gain construction skills training; hands-on learning; workforce preparation; visits to NYCHA… MORE
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Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce two new staff appointments as the final pieces in our recent organizational updates. Emma Barash is my new Chief of Staff, replacing Lauren Gray, who has taken on the role of Senior Vice President of Quality Assurance, Safety, and Technical Programs. Emma was born and raised in “our beloved… MORE
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Dear Colleagues, I am pleased to announce that after an extensive search, Vlada Kenniff has been named the first-ever President of the New York City Public Housing Preservation Trust. The Trust’s Board approved Vlada’s appointment at its September 7 meeting. Vlada is a dedicated public servant with an in-depth understanding of NYCHA’s needs and challenges.… MORE
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This summer, approximately 100,000 young people between the ages of 14 and 24 participated in paid summer jobs through the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), including many NYCHA residents. SYEP, the nation’s largest youth employment program, provides an opportunity for young people to get paid while exploring career options. The program celebrated its 60th anniversary… MORE
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In January 2023, NYCHA launched its first-ever Coaching and Mentoring Leadership Academy (CMLA). Participants in the 16-week program received training and coaching in areas such as strategic communications and crisis management, and they had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and management skills through mentorship. Read on to learn more about a few of the… MORE
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Veronica Richardson loves to go above and beyond when executing her tasks. She is also not afraid to take on new challenges, like driving one of NYCHA’s rear-loading compactor trucks. In November 2021, NYCHA’s Waste Management Department started a rear-loader collection program to remove more than five tons of waste daily from several developments across… MORE
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Strategies for a Healthy Fall Fall can be an enjoyable time of the year, and it’s also a good time to be mindful of how you can maintain a healthy lifestyle. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognizes September as “Fall Safety Awareness Month” – an opportunity to learn about strategies… MORE
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Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City Each month, NYCHANow recognizes the staff who’ve achieved more than five years of service, in multiples of five. Congratulations to the employees who reached these milestones in August! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… MORE
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