Newark residents can sign up to speak at council meetings and voice their opinions to the Municipal council. 

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Gateway U makes college accessible for Newark residents who’ve traditionally been underserved by our post-secondary system.

Gateway U Newark: Community is Everything

COVID-19 mental health issues continue to rise in children. Royal Elite Dance Company and Candy Elite All-Stars serve as an escape, mental health outlet, and lifeline for many girls from the Newark, NJ area.

It’s More than Dance & Cheer – A Lifeline for Newark Youth

Here's a schedule of citywide meetings for residents to get engaged, involved and stay informed.

Citywide Meetings You Should Know About (May - September 2022)

City Meetings, May to Sept 2022

Digital creator and Newark native, Maisah Conover, is a curator and designer that created Cheap Art Dates, an Instagram account to introduce Newark residents to art and visual experiences.

Bringing Art to The People: Meet Maisah Conover

Tia Ryans served 10 years at the Edna Mahan Correctional Facility for Women in Clinton, NJ. Now she's on the board.

Taking On Collateral Consequences: Meet Tia Ryans

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