Public and Community Involvement

Carmen Collado (CCM), Aysha Schomburg (NYSPCC) and Doug Brooks (CCM)
Left to right: Carmen Collado (CCM), Aysha Schomburg (NYSPCC) and Doug Brooks (CCM)

Reflecting on a Remarkable Evening at the NYSPCC Fall Gala

Last Thursday, the Rainbow Room at was alive with joyful energy and optimism, led by the dynamic Gala MC, Cathleen Trigg-Jones.

Douglas Brooks and Carmen Collado were honored to attend The New York Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NYSPCC) Fall Gala. This organization holds a special place in our hearts, as it champions the well-being of New York City’s most valuable population—our children.

We celebrated NYSPCC’s impactful work, its 150-year legacy, and the crucial funds raised to continue this important mission. It was an honor to join Aysha Schomburg, the President & CEO of this dedicated organization, in recognizing the team’s tireless efforts to put together such a meaningful event.

For Douglas Brooks, it was an especially memorable night, as he had the chance to see his former boss and mentor, Dr. William C. Bell, receive recognition for his lifelong commitment to safely reducing the need for foster care in the United States. Dr. Bell’s words were both profound and motivating:

“One day, we will look back at the year 2024 and be judged not just on how we took care of our own children, but on how we took care of other people’s children too.”

Congratulations, Aysha, on your leadership and vision. It was inspiring to witness so many community partners and collaborators coming together in full support of your mission.

Thank you, NYSPCC, for continuing to safeguard and uplift our children and their futures. Here’s to another 150 years of impact!

Eric Brettschneider, Sophine Charles, Doug Brooks, Aysha Schomburg, Kim Brettschneider, Denise Rosario, Cathleen Trigg-Jones


Dr. Bell and Doug Brooks (CCM)
Left to right: Dr. Bell and Doug Brooks (CCM)
Carmen Collado (CCM) and Doug Brooks (CCM)
Left to right: Carmen Collado (CCM) and Doug Brooks (CCM)

Left to right: Senator Zellnor Myrie and Mr. Doug Brooks (CCM)
Left to right: Senator Zellnor Myrie and Mr. Doug Brooks (CCM)

CCM Welcomes Senator Zellnor Myrie

Youth Services Program

October 22nd, 2024

Community Counseling & Mediation’s President & Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Brooks, Chief Operating Officer, Ms. Collado, Director of Youth Service, Mr. Aiken, and the rest of the CCM staff were honored to welcome Senator Zellnor Myrie to our youth service program here at CCM. During his visit, Senator Myrie had the opportunity to witness firsthand the impact of our services on the community. He expressed his appreciation for the work being done in his district and shared his enthusiasm for our mission.

Senator Myrie is looking forward to further collaboration with CCM to expand and enhance the services we provide to the youth in his district. We are excited about the possibilities this partnership can bring and remain committed to serving our community with dedication and care.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to collaborate with Senator Myrie, creating even greater opportunities for the young people and communities we serve.

Left to right: Naphtali Aiken (CCM), Carmen Collado (CCM), Senator Zellnor Myrie, Doug Brooks (CCM), and assistant to the Senator, Freda Zurita
Left to right: Naphtali Aiken (CCM), Carmen Collado (CCM), Senator Zellnor Myrie, Doug Brooks (CCM), and assistant to the Senator, Freda Zurita
Newsletter layout that announces Senator Zellnor Myrie's visit to CCM. The text therein duplicates the text on this web page.
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