Empower People.
Transform Community.
Together, we work diligently to be a part of the solution to reduce youth and gun violence, advocate for healthier communities, and create a positive impact that extends far beyond today for the underserved and marginalized youth, families, and neighborhoods throughout Southwestern CT and beyond.
Our Impact
By collaborating alongside our neighbors, from pre-K to adulthood, we make a profound impact on the lives of over 50,000 individuals in the greater Bridgeport region each year. These resilient youth and their families face incredible challenges, navigating the complex realities of a post-pandemic world, substance misuse and addiction, persistent violence, enduring poverty, mental illness, and the burden of generational trauma. One notable example of this impact can be seen through our restorative justice efforts. Restorative Justice is one of the many ways we serve more than 19,000 students and 1,500 school staff members across multiple school districts.
Upcoming Events
Catalyst Advocacy
Catalyst CT’s advocacy starts at a grassroots level, standing on a footing that is inclusive, diverse, and motivated. We empower community members by giving them tools and information to advocate for themselves. Together, we harness the power of people to encourage policy and systems change.
Resources
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Do you know what Fairfield County youth can do with resources and support? 🌟
Learn more about youth programs at our site. 🔗
In a rapidly changing world, we`re staying in-tune with what the community actually needs by listening to our neighbors. 🌏
The most recent class of the Parent Leadership Training Institute has graduated! 🎓
Our PLTI program graduates are deeply involved members of their community, advocating for the changes they know we need most. ✨
We couldn`t be more proud of them. ❤️
Stay safe this 4th of July! 🎆
🔹Prioritize drinking water. If you choose to have alcohol this weekend, alternate every alcoholic beverage with a glass of water.
🔹Keep cool. Spend your time in the shade instead of under the sun. Drape a wet towel around your neck for cool relief. (If you do spend time in the sun, wear sunscreen and lightweight fabrics.)
🔹Drive safely. Have a designated driver or take advantage of rideshare apps like Uber & Lyft.
For the whole month of July, you can round up your tab to the next whole dollar @elicitfairfield to support Catalyst CT. ✨
Every dollar raised (or matched 👀) goes directly to our programs, allowing us to expand our reach and deepen our impact.
Grab some food, enjoy some live music, and spend a night out with the whole family while giving back to your community. 🌮
Did you know this exhibit features young artists from Fairfield County? 🤔
Come visit the exhibit at @housatonicmuseumofart for free between now and August 1st on weekdays 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM. 📸
Learn about the everyday heroes that student artists got to know over the course of four months & celebrate the strength of our community. ❤️
📸: @whiskeyandoxfords
🎊 The opening reception of our Rooted in Community: Portraits of Everyday Heroes Exhibition was a huge hit! 🎊
If you missed the reception, don`t worry--you can visit the exhibit @housatonicmuseumofart for free between now and August 1st on weekdays 8:30 AM-7:00 PM. 📸
Come learn about the everyday heroes that student artists got to know over the course of four months & celebrate the strength of our community. ❤️
📸: @whiskeyandoxfords
We`ve got an exciting local partnership with @elicitfairfield coming up next month. 👀
Check in on July 1st for all the details! 📅
Being able to choose and accomplish their own goals gives students a stronger sense of self. 🌟
Through the Youth Diversion program, students are building the skills they’ll need to continue completing goals for the rest of their life.
Our Youth Diversion Program is building a better future--one student at a time. 🌏
#Juneteenth commemorates the final enforcement order of the Emancipation Proclamation in the United States. ☀️
Since then, Black Americans have continued to advocate for not only their own rights but also the benefit of their neighbors.
Through our work & our relationship with the community, we understand that young people need support, resources, and opportunities to keep them on the path to success. 🎓
Today is a day for rest & celebration, but we’ll be back in the office tomorrow to continue this work.
Connecticut is currently experiencing a surge in overdoses. 🚨
Get trained in overdose reversal and receive a free Narcan kit.
There are confidential drug checking services with sample drop-offs at Liberation Programs, 399 Mill Hill Ave. in Bridgeport.
Register through the QR code in graphic. 🔗