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Mary Nelson

September 28, 2023

Humanitarian Mary Nelson embodies the spirit of giving to others, many calling her “a true vessel of God.” She is committed to empowering and inspiring others to give back as well. In her hometown (Syracuse, NY), she is the founder of the Annual Youth Day BBQ, and President/CEO of The Mary Nelson Youth Center, a […]

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Youth Violence: A Crisis that Impacts Everyone

August 31, 2023

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc., in partnership with The Gifford Foundation, hosted a free, HYBRID forum on Friday, September 22.

The forum provided information on Youth Violence in the City of Syracuse and the impact it has on everyone. It focused on solutions, what is being done, and what needs to be done. Panelists challenged participants on what more we can do as a community to help address violence among our youth and young adults.

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A Conversation With Mayor Walsh

July 11, 2023

Recording Now Available!

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. is excited to host Mayor Ben Walsh for a free, virtual forum, on July 28, 2023 at 12:05 p.m. to cover the Syracuse city budget, which went into effect with the new fiscal year on July 1, 2023 VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

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Exploring Tomorrow’s Transit

June 9, 2023

In June, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum to explore the future of tomorrow’s transportation. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

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Learn About Your Right to Fair Housing

May 9, 2023

In May, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum to educate the community about their fair housing rights. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

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Syracuse STEAM School: A Collaborative Approach to Education

March 7, 2023

In March, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum to educate the community about the Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics school. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

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February FOCUS Forum – Aunt Harriet: Reflections on the Life and Legacy of Harriet Tubman

February 7, 2023

In February, FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. hosted a free, virtual forum in honor of Black history month, by featuring the personal and historic accounts of Harriet Tubman’s life as famed abolitionist and political activist by two of ‘Aunt Harriet’s’ relatives, great-great-great grandniece Michele Jones Galvin and great-great-great grandnephew. VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE

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Celebrating 25 Years of FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc.

February 1, 2023

FOCUS Greater Syracuse, Inc. is proud to celebrate 25 Years of service to the CNY community!

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