Our Voice, Our Choice

“After this project, I’ve learned a lot about New York, how the city works, and how I can have an impact beyond voting.” – Francisco Dominguez, student

“This project illuminated my mind in ways that allow me to see the city not just for what it is, but what it can become.” – Terrence Freeman, student

“We feel very lucky to be able to provide such a rich experience for our students. CUP’s work is truly exemplary project-based learning.” – Nathan Larsen, Assistant Principal

Fannie Lou Hamer Freedom High School is a small school that stresses creative and intellectual development and political and social involvement in our society.

NYC Votes is the non-partisan voter engagement campaign of the New York City Campaign Finance Board.

This Urban Investigation is a collaboration with NYC Votes, the non-partisan voter engagement campaign of the New York City Campaign Finance Board. NYC Votes produces the city’s official Debate program and the citywide Voter Guide and promotes voter registration, participation, and civic engagement through its many programs and partnerships.

CUP’s Urban Investigation programs are supported in part by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, in partnership with the City Council.

Jeneuse Geula, Denora Getachew, Emily Levitt, Amy Loprest, Isabel Luciano, Amanda Melillo, Gustavo Rivera, Rafael Salamanca, Irina Vinnitskaya