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Council for Unity Council for Unity educates and empowered young people to find their voices, build unity, and resolve conflict peacefully.

We help build leaders to thrive in school and life and bring people together people together to create safer, stronger communities. Focus
National and local media testify to the fact that the youth of America face violence, bias, bullying and alienation every day. Council for Unity has taken a leadership role in helping communities create broader safety nets for our children. All the programs and activities of the Council for Unity confront the following very complex and challenging issues:

Violence
When a community is faced with violence, Council for Unity provides its anti-gang, violence reduction models to schools and community centers. The child's need for family, safety, self-esteem and responsibility are met through the application of our customized curriculum, obviating the tendency to join anti-social peer groups. By empowering alienated youth to address the problems that plague them, by teaching them values and democratic approaches to solving problems, their sense of impotency dissipates. They become part of the solution to the problems that beset them and, in turn, become productive citizens. Racial Tensions
When a community is confronted with racial or ethnic tension, Council for Unity applies its unity model to bring conflicting groups together. Agendas are established that focus on attacking problems rather than individuals. Participants are then directed to seek a common good that benefits all parties. In addition, the Council's “building bridges strategy” reaches out to recently arrived immigrant youth, helping them to feel safe and accepted in their new communities. Isolation
Many youth feel helpless, alone and alienated. Council for Unity provides a support system for life that gives much needed predictability to youngsters who feel lost. By providing social, cultural and educational opportunities, by including parents, educators and mentors as care givers, these children become confident and reconnected to society.

Celebrating a lifetime of service, leadership, and commitment to community. Council for Unity is proud to recognize Dori...
10/14/2026

Celebrating a lifetime of service, leadership, and commitment to community.
Council for Unity is proud to recognize Doris Ling-Cohan, former Justice of the New York State Supreme Court and a long-time dedicated Council for Unity Board Member, as a 2026 Champion for Children.

Throughout her distinguished career as a jurist and community leader, Justice Ling-Cohan has championed justice, equity, and the empowerment of communities.
We’re honored to celebrate her leadership and her continued commitment to creating stronger, more equitable communities where young people can thrive.

Join us in celebrating Doris and our other Champions for Children honorees!

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Meet Aaron BarnetteExcellence in Education Award WinnerEvery student deserves the opportunity to thrive. Council for Uni...
10/13/2026

Meet Aaron Barnette
Excellence in Education Award Winner

Every student deserves the opportunity to thrive.
Council for Unity is proud to recognize Aaron Barnette, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Mentoring for the Eagle Schools network, with the 2026 Excellence in Education Award.

As a dedicated NYC leader, Aaron has worked to strengthen student achievement and create safer, more supportive school communities where young people can learn, grow, and reach their full potential.

His commitment to students and schools reflects what it means to be a true beacon for education: showing up, building connections, and helping create opportunities for every young person to succeed.

🎉 Join us in celebrating Aaron and our other 2026 honorees!

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Meet Marlon GreerChampion for Youth Advocacy Award WinnerCelebrating a Champion who shows up for young people.Council fo...
10/09/2026

Meet Marlon Greer
Champion for Youth Advocacy Award Winner

Celebrating a Champion who shows up for young people.

Council for Unity is proud to recognize Marlon Greer, CEO of FLI TV ( .tv ), and a dedicated community advocate and mentor, as a 2026 Champion for Children.

Through his unwavering commitment to mentorship and community, Marlon helps guide young people, foster safer schools, and build stronger, more united neighborhoods.
His leadership reminds us that when we invest in young people—and show up for them—we strengthen our entire community.

Join us in celebrating Marlon and our other Champions for Children honorees!

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Meet Marlon GreerChampion for Youth Advocacy Award WinnerCelebrating a Champion who shows up for young people. Council f...
10/09/2026

Meet Marlon Greer
Champion for Youth Advocacy Award Winner

Celebrating a Champion who shows up for young people.

Council for Unity is proud to recognize Marlon Greer, CEO of FLI TV ( .tv ), and a dedicated community advocate and mentor, as a 2026 Champion for Children.
Through his unwavering commitment to mentorship and community, Marlon helps guide young people, foster safer schools, and build stronger, more united neighborhoods.
His leadership reminds us that when we invest in young people—and show up for them—we strengthen our entire community.

Join us in celebrating Marlon and our other Champions for Children honorees!

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Explore sponsorship opportunities
Send Marlon and our other honorees a note of congratulations

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/council-for-unitys-2026-2026-champions-for-children-awards-gala-at-bryant-park-grill?

HONOREE SPOTLIGHT: NIKOLAS DeSENA Council for Unity is proud to honor Nikolas DeSena, CEO of U.S. Dynamics, with our Lif...
09/30/2026

HONOREE SPOTLIGHT: NIKOLAS DeSENA

Council for Unity is proud to honor Nikolas DeSena, CEO of U.S. Dynamics, with our Lifetime Champion for Children Award at the 2026 Champions for Children Awards Gala.

For Nik, Council for Unity isn’t simply an organization he supports—it has been part of his life. A lifelong member of the CFU family and longtime Board Member, Nik has given generously of his time, leadership, resources, and heart as a donor, volunteer, advocate, and mentor to generations of young people.

His unwavering commitment reflects what it truly means to be a Champion for Children: believing in young people, investing in their potential, and standing beside them as they become leaders in their own lives and communities.

Please join us as we celebrate Nik and his extraordinary legacy of service.

November 19, 2026
Bryant Park Grill | New York City

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Nik and all of our 2026 honorees.

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09/25/2026

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Kids need champions. 💙 And that can be you!.

When we invest in young people, we’re investing in safer schools, stronger communities, and a brighter future for everyone.

By becoming a Champions for Children sponsor, you help fuel CFU’s youth programs and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

You’ll also join a community of civic and business leaders, educators, and changemakers who are stepping up to create positive change and get recognized for it too.
Ready to be part of it?

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F.U.S.E. isn’t just something we say. It’s what CFU students practice. Family: build trust.Unity: bring people together....
07/15/2026

F.U.S.E. isn’t just something we say.

It’s what CFU students practice.

Family: build trust.
Unity: bring people together.
Self-Esteem: know your worth.
Empowerment: use your voice to create change.

That’s the CFU framework. The real work happens when we live it.

Celebrating CFU student leaders! Youth Leadership Recognition Night is a reminder of what happens when young people are ...
07/03/2026

Celebrating CFU student leaders!

Youth Leadership Recognition Night is a reminder of what happens when young people are given space to grow, lead and support one another.

We’re proud of every student who continues to show what unity, courage, and leadership can look like.

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50 Avenue X, Rm 301
New York, NY
11223

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Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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