SERVING OUR OWN
Discover everything that The Hudnell Education and Recreation Center has to offer. We're dedicated to providing a safe and inclusive space for individuals of color, with educational and recreational activities that promote growth and empowerment. Come be a part of our community today!
ABOUT US
"For those who teach in the hood... and the rest of yall too"
- Dr. Chris Emdin
The Hudnell Education and Recreation Center is committed to enhancing community members' lives through our activities and events. Since our inception, we intend to encourage youth and families in the urban setting; we go the extra mile to ensure our members are happy with our services.
Since the development of our first program, we have allowed young people to get together and have meaningful experiences. Our mission has always been to provide a cultural and educational experience for Black and Brown community members— and we've done everything we can to achieve this goal to this day.
Engaging Community
We believe in the power of community and are dedicated to engaging and empowering individuals of color.
We are committed to creating a safe and supportive environment where everyone can reach their full potential.
Programs & Activities
With a wide range of programs and activities, we offer something for everyone. From educational programs to recreational activities, we strive to ensure that our community can come together and thrive.
Innovative
Conferences
Our conferences are designed to provide individuals of color with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed.
Our conferences are a great opportunity to network and learn from fellow professionals.
MEET OUR DIRECTORS
The Hudnell Education and Recreation Center is fortunate to have a team of experts who are dedicated to creating a positive impact in our community. Our staff members are passionate about our mission and specialize in different areas, ensuring that we provide comprehensive services to individuals of color. Meet our team and let us empower you.
OUR SERVICES
"Providing a much needed service to a child that looks like you just feels........GOOD!"
- Mrs. Yogi
HowtoHipHop is a an engaging, educating, and empowering Hip-Hop literacy course created to bright the gap between Hip-Hop and education. Students will learn about the history of Hip-Hop, the elements, and direct relationship to school subjects.
This program believes in using Hip-Hop as a culturally relevant pedagogy especially in urban communities. HowtoHipHop seeks to transform how students makes sense of classroom subjects by merging the theoretical with the practical. This form of teaching is used to meet the different learning needs of young people and helps foster an effective learning environment. HowtoHipHop engages students by using Hip-Hop, educates them through the elements, and empowers them with knowledge of self. This program promotes academic achievement, student engagement, artistic expression, and cultural awareness.
Be Free is an engaging, educating, and empowering social emotional learning course created to support young people on their journey as they navigate their youth.
Be Free encourages young people as they develop their individuality and identity.
We aim to assist them in developing the tools needed to have high self-esteem, building meaningful relationships, and be free to walk in their truth.
Be Free is dedicated to providing youth with social emotional competencies needed to thrive.
Contact us for program costs!
OUR Conferences
At The Hudnell Education and Recreation Center, we believe in engaging and empowering individuals of color. Our conferences are one of the ways we achieve this goal. We invite you to participate in our conferences where we bring together experts and thought leaders to discuss relevant topics affecting individuals of color. Join us to learn, network, and engage with like-minded individuals.
help us make a difference
We believe that education and recreation are key components to the development and empowerment of individuals of color.
Your donation can help us fund programs and initiatives that promote these values in our community. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve.
CONNECT WITH HERC
The HERC Headquarters
New York, New York
10019
646-692-4705