Summer of Peace: Find the Solution Gun Violence Program

It's time for prevention and it begins with YOU! We are looking to fill our summer gun violence prevention program for youth and young adults. There will be a stipend for up to $1500. If you are interested, please contact Shantel Brooks at sbrooks@avenuesforjustice.org. July 7 - Aug 21st on Wednesday's and Thursdays from 4:30-6pm.

Juneteenth Jubilee Celebrating Black Freedom hosted by Council Member Harvey Epstein

AFJ is co-sponsoring the Lower East Side Juneteenth Jubilee with Council Member Harvey Epstein, Assembly Member Grace Lee and Assembly Member Keith Powers. JOIN US on Thursday June 18th at 2pm in Manuel Plaza!

"The Fatherhood Project": A Father's Day Film Screening at the Robin Hood Foundation

This documentary was created to uplift and humanize young Black and Brown fathers from West Michigan by allowing them to tell their own stories in their own voices. Too often, teenage fathers—especially fathers of color—are portrayed through stereotypes that ignore their love, commitment, and daily presence in their children’s lives. As the film shows, many young fathers are actively involved in their children’s lives, striving to be present and supportive despite the challenges they face.

AFJ Juneteenth Father’s Day Panel ft. Rev. A. R. Bernard, Congressman Goldman, Assembly Member Powers, Commissioner Wade Hardy, Dr. Dennis Ibude, Brian G. Buckmire, and AFJ Participant Aaron

AFJ Juneteenth Father’s Day Panel ft. Rev. A. R. Bernard, Congressman Goldman, Assembly Member Powers, Commissioner Wade Hardy, Dr. Dennis Ibude, Brian G. Buckmire, and AFJ Participant Aaron

Get Fresh Cut with Meaningful Conversation with Greg Purnell

Free hair cuts by Greg Purnell at AFJ's Harlem Community Center Monday May 18th from 3:30-5:30pm!

AFJ Mother's Day Celebration

Celebrate the Women Who Raised our Participants! Join us for a Mother’s Day Celebration led by AFJ Participants in honor of the maternal caregivers. Thursday May 7th from 4-6pm at our Harlem Community Center!

AFJ’s Women's HERStory Panel Featuring Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson and Moderated by Monica Morales of PIX11

Join Us For AFJ’s Women's HERStory Panel Featuring Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson and Moderated by Monica Morales of PIX11!

Congressman Dan Goldman Council Member Harvey Epstein to Celebrate AFJ’s ED

On Thursday, February 26th, Congressman Dan Goldman and Council Member Harvey Epstein will host a special Black History Month celebration at the Wilmer Jennings Art Gallery. The celebration will feature proclamations, performances, and art.

Free Haircuts by Greg P 2/10 - 2/11

Come to Harlem on 2/10 or LES on 2/11 from 3-5pm for free community haircuts!

AFJ Upgrades its Harlem Community Center’s Technology Lab!

Hispanic Federation and Spectrum Partner with Avenues for Justice to Upgrade its Harlem Community Center’s Technology Lab and Increase Neighborhood Digital Opportunities.

2025 AFJ Impact Awards Dinner

EVENT DATE: October 23, 2025 2025 AFJ Impact Awards Dinner Join Us In Celebrating Program Graduate, Kat Estrella, As We Honor The Work Of Those Committed To Criminal Justice Reform!

Join Us On Thursday, August 21st For AFJ’s “Summer on the Avenue” Street Fair

Avenues for Justice (AFJ) is hosting a “Summer on the Avenue” Street Fair on Thursday, August 21st at 1 PM outside of our flagship Lower East Side community center on Avenue B, co-named Avenues for Justice Way, in partnership with Assembly Member Harvey Epstein and District 74.