2025 Quality of Life Innovations Resources Fair
This year’s themes: Professionalism, Networking, Teamwork
In November, W!se welcomed students from Origins High School, Forest Hills High School, Bayside High School, and Brooklyn School for Music & Theatre to our annual QLI Resources Fair at the beautiful community classrooms at Pier 57!
The fair is where curiosity meets opportunity. Students got to meet professionals, hear from an inspiring alumni panel, and see firsthand how communities are tackling quality of life issues. It’s the perfect space to ask questions, discover new perspectives, and gather ideas that shape their own QLI projects.
@wisenewyork We officially kicked off our Quality of Life Innovations Program with the Resources Fair on Monday! Students got to hear from alumni about their experiences and what they’re doing now. Additionally, students were able to network with NYC professionals currently working to improve quality of life. The conversations were inspiring and we can’t wait to see your innovations! + We were so happy to welcome representatives from the following organizations: The NYC Department for the Aging The NYC Department of Emergency Management The NYC Commission for Human Rights, The NYU Research Alliance The New York Public Library Big Reuse The Reti Center Trase Al The Family Justice Centher #wisenewyork #fyp #nyc #financialLiteracy #financialeducation
QLI Alumni Panel
Students also heard from an inspiring alumni panel, moderated by Kristy Nguyen, Senior Vice President at W!se, featuring:
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Kaylee Gutierrez, QLI Alum, NYU Langone Health
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Matthew Norris, QLI Alum, Brandeis University
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Paulette Richardson, English and QLI Teacher, Forest Hills High School
The panel shared personal experiences and advice, giving students insights to help guide their own projects.
Students Meeting with Organizations
A huge thank you to our participating organizations:
- NYC Human Rights Commission
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@wisenewyork These QLI Innovators met with our students to discuss all the ways they’re working to improve the quality of life in our city! #wisenewyork #fyp #nyc #financialLiteracy #financialeducation
Hear from our Phenomenal Students:
Students in the Quality of Life Innovations Program work within their communities to 1) identify issues affecting quality of life, 2) conduct background research and field research to learn more about the issues, 3) generate recommendations to solve these issues, 4) implement their ideas for change, and 5) form partnerships to broaden their impacts. These students heard directly from organizations working in a variety of fields on quality of life issues. These connections may lead to stronger QLI projects, future internships, and so much more!
@wisenewyork Hear from our Quality of Life Innovators after meeting and networking with organizations doing work to improve quality of life in NYC! #wisenewyork #fyp #nyc #financialLiteracy #financialeducation
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