2025 NYC Trash Academy Application

NYC Trash Academy | 2025 Application Form

Program Dates: January 21 - March 6, 2025
NYC Trash Academy is a free educational series tailored for New Yorkers and anyone passionate about creating a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable city. The program explores the far-reaching impacts of waste management on our environment, society, and economy.

The 2025 NYCTA program is a highly flexible and interactive course that includes ten on-demand modules and three virtual office hours sessions with Academy instructors. Students can view the virtual modules on their own or can join others in their cohort at scheduled evening Watch Parties. Participants will have opportunities to attend our in-person orientation and graduation events to mix and mingle with fellow New Yorkers who care about our city. This year there will also be an option to attend an in-person field trip to Balcones Recycling.

The 5th Annual NYC Trash Academy is taught by a diverse panel of waste management experts, featuring seasoned professionals from the NYC Department of Sanitation and NYC Department of Environmental Protection, along with innovative minds from the private sector. Upon completion of the program, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and agency to drive meaningful change in their lives, their communities and the city at large.

The Academy begins January 21st and runs through March 6th. Participation is free, but space is limited. Join our community to talk trash. We'll learn about sustainable solutions for a cleaner and healthier city, and work together to create meaningful change. Reach out to academy@sanitationfoundation.org with any issues or questions.

Application deadline: January 8, 2025

IMPORTANT: Look for a confirmation email from us in the week following your application submission regarding your enrollment and next steps. Please check your junk mail if you do not see an email.

Thank you for your interest.

Check out our website for more information: NYC Trash Academy
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Application Questions
Why are you interested in participating in the NYC Trash Academy?*
Why are you a good candidate for this program? Please include anything you are interested in learning.
How informed do you feel about environmental issues such as waste management and pollution?*

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Personal Pursuits & Activities*
Please list any organizations, associations, or community groups which you belong to, past or present. Feel free to share any hobbies, leisure/recreational activities, volunteer work or civic activities.
Why are you MOST interested in participating in NYC Trash Academy?*

I would like to understand more about the sustainability issues affecting our city.I would like to learn more about helping my community.I am planning on a career change.I am interested in networking with other likeminded individuals.Other
How did you hear about NYC Trash Academy?*

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We ask for demographic information to help us better understand the communities we serve and to fulfill grant reporting requirements. We appreciate your time in completing these questions.
In which NYC borough do you currently reside?*

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Do you currently reside in NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) public housing?*

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Are you interested in working with us to help NYC Trash Academy better serve NYCHA residents?*

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To which gender do you most identify?*

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Are you a NYC public school teacher interested in future opportunities to earn Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE) credits?*

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NYC Trash Academy | 2025 Application Form

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