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Our Projects

Each project reclaims public and institutional spaces, turning them into sites of storytelling, healing, and collective action.

Ongoing Programs

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The People’s Bus

A former Rikers Island transport bus reimagined as a mobile community center, fostering democratic participation through art and storytelling.

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Little Amal Walks

55 events across all five boroughs experienced by more than 100,000 people, celebrating the resilience and dreams of immigrant communities.

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Emancipated Post Office

A traveling letter-writing initiative connecting the public with incarcerated individuals, affirming dignity and dialogue.

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The People’s Money

The People’s Money is a participatory budgeting project that allows community members to directly decide how public funds are used, fostering civic engagement and collective decision-making.

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The Future Historical Society

Transforming public spaces into living archives through site-specific storytelling and immersive installations.

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The Hospital For The Soul

Creating spaces for healing in NYC's public hospitals and parks prioritizing nature, sound, and light.

Events

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PCI Retreat

An immersive experience to reflect, reconnect, and reimagine creative practice.

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Musical Migrations

Tracing journeys, cultures, and histories through the power of music.

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The Ice Cream Truck of Rights

Delivering justice, joy, and education—one neighborhood at a time.

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Colour In Faith

Exploring spirituality, identity, and community through color, art, and shared expression.

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PCI Community Gathering

A day of connection, creativity, and shared voices.

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Every project begins with a conversation — and grows into a movement.

Have a Project Idea?

We're always looking for new communities and partners to collaborate with. Let's create something extraordinary together.

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Using public art and participatory design to transform civic spaces, deepen community engagement, and spark social change.

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