Words Move Fast in NYC. Let’s Use Them With Care
Words Matter NYC is a social impact initiative offering workshops, tools, and public campaigns that promote mindful communication. We help communities speak with care—because language shapes how safe and connected we all feel.
Let’s Change How We Talk
We help New Yorkers recognize language bias, reduce harm, and build more respectful, inclusive spaces—whether in classrooms, workplaces, or neighborhoods. From digital resources to hands-on workshops, everything we offer is designed for real conversations and real impact. Explore how you, your school, or your community can be part of a city that speaks with care.
What We’re Putting Into the Conversation
From pledges to workshops, each offering is designed to turn awareness into action—helping New Yorkers speak with care, wherever they are.
“Speak With Care” Pledge & Toolkit
The “Speak With Care” Pledge and Toolkit offer a personal and collective step toward more inclusive language. With tips, examples, and reflection prompts, this free resource helps New Yorkers recognize harm in everyday talk—and choose words that build connection instead of division.
School & Youth Activation Kit
Designed for middle and high school communities, this kit includes posters, activities, and conversation starters that make respectful communication tangible. It helps students, teachers, and families create language-conscious spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and empowered to speak up with care.
Community Workshops & Trainings
Our workshops and trainings bring people together to unpack language bias and build communication habits rooted in empathy. Whether you're part of a nonprofit, school, or neighborhood group, we create space for honest dialogue—and offer tools to keep the momentum going.
Why We Speak With Care
Words Matter NYC was built by and for New Yorkers who believe communication can be a force for good. Learn more about the people behind the movement, what fuels our mission, and how we’re using creativity, care, and culture to change the way our city talks—one word at a time.
Why It Matters
This movement isn’t just about words — it’s about how we live together. Here’s what makes it meaningful.
Everyday Language, Real Impact
Small words carry big weight. We help New Yorkers see how language shapes safety, respect, and everyday belonging.
Rooted in Real Communities
Created by New Yorkers, for New Yorkers — every resource reflects real voices, local culture, and lived city experiences.
Not Just Awareness — Action
We turn values into action with toolkits, trainings, and activations that make respectful communication part of daily life.
Seen, Heard, and Shared
Our bold designs and clear messaging help carry civic values into conversations, classrooms, commutes, and community spaces.