Global Justice Institute
About Global Justice Institute
The Global Justice Institute (GJI) is the hub for training, development, and convening at El Puente – realized through a process of codifying El Puenteʼs 35 years of pedagogy and methodology of nurturing leaders for peace and justice. El Puente Global Justice Institute facilitates ongoing training and leadership development for the entire El Puente organization. In addition, the Global Justice Institute also hosts practitioners from across NYC, nationally and internationally and publishes tools and frameworks to contribute to the wider field. Frameworks and modules focus on: arts for social justice, cultural organizing, community & youth development, environmental advocacy, climate change, and more. The Global Justice Institute works with groups from schools, community-based organizations, cultural institutions, and foundations.
Our areas of expertise include:
- Arts for Social Change
- Community & Cultural Sustainability (Green Light District)
- Transformative Community Building
- Participatory Action Research
- Creating Sacred Space & Community Rituals
- Leadership Development & Personal Empowerment
- Integrated Arts & Education for Liberation in-school & out-of-school
- Social Entrepreneurship
For training rates and booking information, contact Clara Parker at cparker@elpuente.us or 718-387-0404 x. 202
The ACTIVATE Series: El Puente Transformative Community Building Toolkit
.
.
The Art-iVate Series: El Puente Creative Justice Approach Toolkit
.
.
.
Our Team
Frances Lucerna
Founder
Shy Richardson
Certified Trainer
Jana Lynne Umipig
Certified Trainer & Consultant
Clara Parker
Director
Stephanie Jackson
Certified Trainer
Gloria Zelaya
Special Guest Trainer
Rosa Scott
Certified Trainer & Consultant
Romel Jackson
Certified Trainer
Fiorella Guevara
Special Guest Trainer