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Amplifying youth voices for community transformation.
Groundswell is a social justice organization that uses the arts as a vehicle to promote youth development and empowerment. The nonprofit was founded in 1996 by a group of New York City artists, educators, and activists with the belief that art creates community, and community creates change.
For more information about Groundswell's programs, events, or projects, reach out to info@groundswell.nyc or 718-254-9782.
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In the News
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October 1, 2024
Register for our 2024-25 Fall/Winter Studio Programs!
Registration is now open for our 2024-25 Fall/Winter After School Studio Programs
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September 19, 2024
Brooklyn Org and Groundswell Unveil Mural Celebrating Brooklyn’s Spirit
BK Reader covered our Community Paint Day we hosted with Brooklyn Org!
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September 19, 2024
Groundswell Helps Youth Send a Message Through Murals
NY Family joined us for one of our 2024 Paint Days! Check out the article here
Press Releases
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September 19, 2024
Groundswell is thrilled to announce the appointment of Yvonne Martinez Brathwaite as Executive Director of Groundswell Community Mural Project
Learn more about our new Executive Director, Yvonne Martinez Brathwaite!
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January 31, 2022
Groundswell Celebrates the Leadership of Robyne Walker Murphy
It is with a spirit of gratitude, we announce that Robyne Walker Murphy will transition from her role as Executive Director effective July 1st, 2022. As I begin the process of transitioning out of this phase in my life, I do so with a tremendous about of love and gratitude for the Groundswell community. The last five years have been transformative for me. I would like to thank our incredible artists, young people, staff, and board of directors for embracing me and inspiring me every day.
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November 2, 2021
Groundswell Named Among Recipients of 2021-22 Stand For The Arts Award
Ovation TV, America’s only arts network, and partner Charter Communications, Inc., today announced the recipients of the 2021-2022 Stand For The Arts Awards, which recognizes local arts, cultural and educational organizations and programs. Since the initiative started in 2017, Ovation TV and Charter have given out 50 awards totaling $500,000 towards art education. This year, 15 organizations will receive support in Charter markets across the country.
