As a Partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, she advises corporations and their investors through the difficult process of bankruptcy, and is active with the firm’s pro bono efforts. Assisting those who need help most has always driven her. She was a leader then, and she’s a leader now.

What does it mean to make an impact? For Randall Eisenberg, it has meant bringing out the best in himself, his coworkers, his clients, and his community.

CitizensNYC partners with Wells Fargo to support business leaders who are stepping up for their neighborhood.

As global leaders convene in New York for the UN General Assembly and Climate Week, CitizensNYC continues to champion the role of neighborhood level actions and community leadership in addressing major challenges.

It truly takes every one of us to help the city flourish and thrive, and CitizensNYC is proud to be the strong thread that connects our corporate partners and our grantee partners. We are also deeply grateful for our corporate partnerships, which allow us to invest in and support community leaders across all five boroughs of NYC.

One of the preeminent bandleaders and pianists in America. A living landmark. A true New Yorker for New York. These are just a few of the ways people have described Peter Duchin, whose music has filled the air at state dinners and inaugural balls, charity galas, and notable society events over the last six decades. Both his music and story have become woven into the fabric of New York City, reflecting the beauty, tenacity, and spirit of what the city is made of.

Bobby Digi Olisa’s passion for community-building is clearly rooted in his hometown of Staten Island, New York. Raised in the multi-ethnic Clifton section of Park Hill/Stapleton, he has always had a desire to build bridges between people of diverse backgrounds and help the residents in his neighborhood to thrive. As he has grown businesses, founded nonprofit organizations, and mentored youth, Bobby has been a true changemaker for communities in Staten Island, New York City, and beyond.

As an award-winning journalist and co-host of “CBS Saturday Morning,” Michelle Miller has been at the forefront of the leading news stories of our time. Covering stories from Hurricane Katrina to the murder of George Floyd, she has dedicated her journalism career to sharing the perspectives of people who have often been left out of the conversation, bringing visibility to their individual and collective struggles.

Tanya Birl-Torres is the Artistic Director of the Washington Heights Womanist Arts Festival, which harnesses the power of music, movement, art, and self-expression to cultivate joy and connection for New Yorkers living uptown.

CitizensNYC announced their partnership with the newly launched “We ♥️NYC” campaign today, alongside New York Governor Kathy Hochul, New York City Mayor Eric Adams, and a host of other labor, civic, and community organizations.

New Yorkers, including community, business, political, and philanthropic leaders will come together for a week of action throughout the five boroughs

Welcome to season 3 of the CitizensNYC: LIVE podcast! We're back to continue bringing New Yorkers from all walks of life together to chat about the city we all know and love.

Please join CitizensNYC and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso at our upcoming Brooklyn Borough Huddle.

Meet with CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris to learn how to connect with your local elected officials, get more funds for your group, and strengthen your social media presence!

8.09.22

Meet with CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris to learn how to connect with your local elected officials, get more funds for your group, and strengthen your social media presence!

7.26.22

Meet with CitizensNYC CEO Dr. Rahsaan Harris to learn how to connect with your local elected officials, get more funds for your group, and strengthen your social media presence!

Free-ish

Join CitizensNYC to learn how to navigate local New York City government to protect the rights of all New Yorkers. Our special guest speaker, newly appointed Manhattan Community Board 1 member, Desi K. Robinson, will discuss how to mobilize our communities to understand and participate in hyper-local government to protect Black rights, LGBTQ+ rights, and Women’s rights.