Nyc's Public Art Initiatives Make Waves Post-world Cup

WHO:

Spectrum News NY1 - The nonprofit Groundswell is involved in the initiative, with Yvonne Brathwaite serving as the executive director.

WHAT:

Spectrum News NY1 - There are 12 murals located in parks across all five boroughs of New York City.

Spectrum News NY1 - Some murals are completed, while others are still being painted as of August.

WHERE:

Spectrum News NY1 - The murals are located in parks in all five boroughs of New York City.

WHEN:

Spectrum News NY1 - The initiative launched last month.

WHY:

Spectrum News NY1 - The initiative aims to use art as a tool for social change by bringing together youth, artists, and community organizations.

HOW:

Spectrum News NY1 - The initiative involves collaboration between several city agencies and the nonprofit Groundswell.

(UPDATED August 8, 2026 19:28 UTC)

A new initiative launched last month aims to use art as a tool for social change by bringing together youth, artists, and community organizations, with the nonprofit Groundswell leading the effort under the direction of Yvonne Brathwaite. This project features twelve murals located in parks across all five boroughs of New York City, some of which are already completed while others are still in progress. The initiative is a collaborative effort involving several city agencies working alongside Groundswell to enhance community engagement through art.