Joseph Sannella graduated in 2007 from Fordham University with a BA in Anthropology. He is a certified Human Resource Manager.
Shawntae Walden started her career in youth development 10 years ago at the Harlem Children’s Zone. During her time at the Harlem Children’s Zone, she
Yovanna Marte has worked in youth development for over 3 years as a College Counselor at the College Success Office. She has also contributed her
Monalisa Tolbert has dedicated her career in service to youth and families. She previously worked at the Harlem Children’s Zone for more than 20 years, where, she designed
Kierstin is the Y’s Managing Director of Youth and Recreation, responsible for oversight and leadership of internal programs including Be Me, inclusion, enrichment, literacy, and sports.
As the Director of Elementary Afterschool Programs, Emma runs the Be Me Afterschool Program where she plans and creates enrichment programming and value-based learning for
Juan Mena grew up in Washington Heights, where he attended Park West High School. In the past, Juan worked at a Golf Country Club and
Phoenix Madera currently is the Y @ CSS SONYC Afterschool Program Director. His previous position at the Y was Director of Summer Youth Employment Program
Roxanne has over 13 years of Camp and Youth work experience. She began as a Counselor in Training (C.I.T) and since has held many positions
Rodger, a certified personal trainer (NCSF), along with the Y’s fitness team offer you professional guidance and help you get the results you want, from
Laura has been the Assistant Director of the Early Childhood department for a total of four years. Her educational background includes a master’s degree in
Stephen joined the Y in June 2016 and brings more than 30 years of finance and accounting experience. Most recently he was the controller at
Victoria Neznansky, LCSW, chief development and social services officer at the YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood, is a Jewish refugee from the Former Soviet
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YM&YWHA of Washington Heights Inwood
54 Nagle Avenue
New York, NY 10040
Tel: 212-569-6200
Fax: 212-567-5915
Billing: billing@ywhi.org
Hours of Operation:
Sunday 9 AM–5 PM
Monday 7:30 AM–9:30 PM
Tuesday 7:30 AM–9:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 AM–9:30 PM
Thursday 7:30 AM–9:30 PM
Friday 7:30 AM–5 PM
Saturday Closed
