Teen Empowerment Ribbon Cutting

What: Teen Empowerment Dewey Avenue Ribbon Cutting

When: Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Where: Teen Empowerment, 1298 Dewey Ave, Rochester, NY 14613

Who: Teen Empowerment youth organizers, adult staff, community partners and public officials

Rochester, NY – Teen Empowerment Rochester (TE) is proud to announce the grand opening of its Dewey Ave. (Northside) site, marking an exciting new chapter in the organization’s mission to amplify youth voice, expand paid leadership, and promote community change. 

The launch of TE’s Northside site represents a significant investment in Rochester neighborhoods and on a corner that has experienced violence and loss. The newly renovated site will serve as a hub for leadership development, cultural expression, and youth-driven solutions rooted in peace, justice, and equity. 

The Dewey Ave. location is the third TE site in Rochester, with others at616 N. Goodman and 373 Genesee St. Teen Empowerment now employs over 60 Rochester youth annually. 

Joining Teen Empowerment in this celebration will be Mayor Evans, Assemblymembers Meeks and Clark, County Legislator Roman, City Council Member Monoe and other state and county representatives.