(1).jpg)
About Us
Spreading Love Through Connection
The Nettwork, Inc incorporated in June 2021, is a 501c3 Not-For-Profit organization based out of South East Queens, NY.
We provide Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics (S.T.E.A.M.) Programming to Youth in Underserved Communities with our Art, Music & DJ Technology Workshops. Nettwork Inc also host Civic Engagement Events in these underserved communites in the form of Community Cleanups, Health & Mental Wellness Workshops, as well as a variety of other charitable events.
The specific objectives & purpose of this organization shall be:
ENTREPRENEURSHIP & LEADERSHIP
We teach youth entrepreneurial skills and help them develop leadership skills.
THERAPEUTIC WORKSHOPS
We provide therapeutic resources to help youth develop stress relief techniques & coping skills through art & music therapy. We aim to shine the light on the importance of mental wellness in youth.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
We teach youth about civic responsibility in their communities by assisting in community cleanups, snow cleanups, beautification projects & health and wellness charitable events .
SHOWCASES & SEMINARS
We host showcases which highlight the bodies of work from the youth. We also plan seminars with industry professionals to speak to the youth from various fields.
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Karen A. Lawson
Executive Director
​
Melania Vargas​
Community Outreach Director
​
Jae Pierre
Public Relations Director
​
Cheryl Salley
Volunteer Coordinator
​
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Karen Lisa Lawson
​
Kathee Coger
​
Candace Jones
DJ Technology Program
Our Programs
.jpg)
Community Cleanups & Beautification
SEQ Cleanup Initiative, is short for South East Queens Cleanup. It was founded by DJ Nett in July 2020 during the pandemic after witnessing the horrible conditions her SEQ Community was left in due to budget cuts and layoffs. She felt the needed to do something about that and began recruiting groups of volunteers from her neighborhood to assist with cleaning up local parks, planting flowers, fruits and veggies in local community gardens, as well as assisting with painting of murals to add to the beautification of local businesses in SEQ. SEQ Cleanup's motto is "DO YOUR PART... When each member of the community does our part, we are one step closer to our collective goal."
Mind•Body•Soul
Workshops including yoga, cycling, cardio, dance, etc. Workshops conducted by Vegan chefs and local juice bars as well.
The STEAM DJ Technology Program specializes in ART & TECHNOLOGY. Our mission is to educate, empower and engage the Youth. Not only do we teach youth in underserved communities how to utilize technology and turntables, but the youth learn life long fundamentals that help build hand/ eye coordination, motor skills, communication skills, marketing skills, social skills, leadership skills & build confidence.