Prospect Park Youth Council
Description
This community-minded organization advocates for the thousands of young Brooklynites who depend on Prospect Park, Brooklyn's gem of a green space. Since 1998, the group, made up of 14- to 21-year-olds who represent a variety of schools and organizations, has been educating members in the art of political involvement with its leadership-training program. It also organizes events (community gardening for Earth Day, movie nights) to benefit the park and educate locals.
Location
Youth Resource Center at Parade Grounds (corner of Caton Ave and Coney Island Ave) Brooklyn, NY,
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