The Community Partnerships Unit is made up of three teams that work together to increase trust between the community and our office, raise awareness about the role and vision of the DA, ensure access for all Manhattan communities and create partnerships that prevent crime and increase the quality of life for the communities we serve.
The Community Engagement Team assigns staff geographically to provide a consistent presence in all Manhattan communities. They attend community meetings and build relationships with community partners to ensure a collaborative approach to safety strategies.
In February 2025, we announced the expansion of the Midtown Hub into Hell’s Kitchen as we grow this critical collaboration to improve public safety and quality of life in Midtown. “The expansion of the Midtown Community Improvement Coalition is a testament to the dedication of its leadership and our partners in law enforcement, city government, and of course, our communities,” said D.A. Bragg.
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- Community engagement coordinators provide gun violence prevention resources at the Art of Healing Festival on June 18th, 2022.
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- Members of the community engagement team hand out resources to community members during National Night Out on August 1st, 2022.
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- We partnered with elected officials to host a Seniors Safety & Health Fair in Washington Heights on October 14th 2022.
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- D.A. Bragg visits the 28th Precinct during the Annual National Night Out Against Crime on August 6, 2024.
The Hate Crime Prevention Team works with government and community partners to promote acceptance and belonging in Manhattan. The team facilitates presentations and community conversations to raise awareness and prevent hate crimes.
The Youth and Education Team coordinates presentations and community conversations about various community safety topics including elder abuse, identity theft and more. They also run the Office’s many youth internship and prevention programs, including a High School Summer Internship Program, Gun Violence Prevention Fellowship and the Saturday Night Lights Manhattan Programming.
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- Gun Violence Prevention fellows present their final projects to the executive team on August 25th, 2022.
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- Dozens of High School students participated in our annual resume workshop on February 24th, 2023.
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- Young New Yorkers play soccers at the Saturday Night Lights showcase on June 10th, 2023.
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- D.A. Bragg and members of the executive team meet with the High School Interns on July 31st, 2023.
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- High School Interns showcase their new skills at our mock trial on August 9th, 2023.
Internship and Fellowship Programs
- High School Internship Program (HSIP)
- Gun Violence Prevention Fellowship (GVP)
- The Youth Ambassador Program (YAP)
The Manhattan District Attorney’s High School Internship Program (HSIP) is a rigorous five-week internship that provides students with an insider’s view of the criminal justice system. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in workshops and discussions, participate in a mock trial program, develop professionalism in an office setting, and more. Interns will be paid minimum wage.
Eligibility
- Applicants must reside in Manhattan
- Applicants must be current juniors, or seniors
- Applicants must commit to attending the full five-week session from June 29, 2026 – July 31, 2026
- Interns will participate in-person Monday through Friday from 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
Application Requirements
Applications for HSIP will open on January 26th, 2026
Eligible applicants must provide the following:
- One-page resume
- 300-word essay discussing your interest in criminal justice
Contact Youth Program Coordinator, Liz Artz, with questions at highschoolinternship@dany.nyc.gov or 212-335-4248.