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.
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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.
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🌟 Staff Spotlight 🌟
Determination shows up daily. Aquil and Troy from our StreetSafe Bridgeport team attended the New England Street Outreach Worker Conference 💙
Our Credible Messengers mentor and guide young men in Bridgeport away from violence and on to the path toward better futures.
Drop a 💙 or a shoutout in the comments to celebrate their impact and head to CatalystCT.org to learn more.
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💬 A voice in the circle.
🙋 A parent stepping up.
🌱 A youth choosing a safer path.
This is empowerment in action—building confidence, strengthening bonds, and sparking change. ✨
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We`ve been working for decades to create safer communities for our youngest neighbors to grow up in. 🌟
Whether instituting idling laws for school buses to cut down on asthma-inducing pollution or training young people how to be leaders in their own right, we provide unique support to Connecticut youth.
We’re giving CT youth more than just hope—we`re giving them the interpersonal skills they need for conflict resolution & building healthy relationships. 🌟
This summer, Catalyst CT CEO Marc Donald attended the signing of Public Act 25-163, and provided crucial insight on the necessity of the law. ⚖️
The law prevents police officers from placing handcuffs on a pre-adjudicated juvenile known to be under 14 years of age.
At Catalyst CT, we know that our community needs hands-on support while we work to create big picture changes. 🤝
Last year, @parkcitycompost participated in our NextGen STEM Workshop Series, where we observed a significant interest from the youth in exploring the work being done. 🌱
PCC donates finished compost to relevant municipal and non-profit organizations that return the nutrients to the soil to improve soil health and local food initiatives.
Diverting food scraps from the solid waste stream reduces air pollution, asthma stress, and costs from the local solid waste incinerator. 🌏
Today, we take time to honor the memory of those who lost their lives in the 9/11 attacks as well as the first responders who embodied selfless service. 🕊️
That spirit of service motivates us in our duty to our community and neighbors. 🌟
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If you`re feeling overwhelmed today, you can call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline 24/7 for mental health support. 📱
Head to our site at the link in our bio for local, regional, and statewide mental health resources that are tailored to different age groups.
Public Act 25-163 prevents police officers from placing handcuffs on a pre-adjudicated juvenile known to be under 14 years of age. 🌟
It`s an important step in the right direction.
Catalyst CT CEO Marc Donald attended the signing and provided crucial insight on the necessity of the law. ⚖️
There is no one-size-fits-all approach for individual mental health needs in the Hispanic/Latino community. 🧠
These resources are meant to help members of the community connect with culturally-informed care and break down the cycle of stigma around mental health care. 🧡
Head to our site at the link in our bio for local, regional, and statewide mental health resources that are tailored to different age groups.
What does our staff have in common with each other? 🤔
They`re passionate about making a positive difference in their neighbors` lives. 🌏
Head to our site at the link in our bio to learn more about our work. 🔗
So many people experience loss yet continue to suffer in silence.
This #griefawarenessday remember that everyone experiences grief in their own way and on their own timeline.
Call or text 988 when you need to talk to someone. 📱
And head to our site for local, regional, and statewide mental health resources that are tailored for different age groups. 🔗