STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A coalition of Staten Island organizations will host a Youth Forum on Oct. 22, 2025, to address the pressing needs and opportunities facing young people in the borough. The event will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Gerard Carter Center, 230 Broad St., and will feature a keynote address by Staten Island Department of Education Superintendent Dr. Roderick Palton, who will speak on youth empowerment, community engagement, and strategies for building a positive future.

The forum is a collaborative effort among several local organizations, including H.E.A.L.T.H for Youths, Central Family Life Center, Bay Street & Beyond, Stapleton Houses Ad Hoc Committee, Healthcare Education Project, Veronica Gambon Project, Neighborhood STAT, NYC Department of Youth & Community Deve

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