Visit the Action Center

A first-of-its-kind, interactive public space that educates and empowers visitors to tackle the global challenges posed by hunger and poverty.

INSIDE THE ACTION CENTER

See Food, Inc. Jan. 28

The Action Center and the Temple of Understanding's Interfaith Experience present the documentary that lifts the veil on the U.S. food system, exposing its underbelly.

The Roles of Poverty and Culture in Child Labor Practices Jan. 27

Join us for a panel discussion about crucial issues surrounding child labor with experts from Human Rights Watch, Tufts University, Columbia University and Next Generation Nepal.

See the Faces of Hunger Film Series Dec. 21

Come watch a collection of short videos which show the human side of hunger in the United States.

Hear How Young Women Fought for Education in Tanzania Dec. 14

Author Kasia Parham will discuss her new title Emusoi, which tells the stories of six young Masai women and their search for education, at odds with their traditional culture.

Civil Society: Michael Edwards Book Talk and Signing Nov. 18

Join us for a presentation and book signing by Michael Edwards, author of Civil Society.

Educator Open House: Engaging Students in Global Learning Oct. 26

Teachers: Learn how to inspire your students to become active global citizens and how to create engaging lessons around the issues of hunger and poverty.

Stand Up and Dance: Join the Movement to End World Poverty on Oct. 16

Join Mercy Corps and ONE at Mercy Corps' Action Center to End World Hunger when we host a dance party as part of international Stand Up events.

See the Prince's Rainforests Project Photo Exhibit from Oct. 1 - Nov. 15

The interactive exhibit features the work of photojournalist Daniel Beltrá, who documented breathtaking wonders of the rainforest on three continents.

Responding to Climate Change in New York City and Around the World on Sept. 23

Climate change experts from NASA, the United Nations and the New York City Panel on Climate Change will tell you everything you want to know about NYC's plan to deal with Global Warming.

VISITOR INFORMATION

In New York City


Address:
6 River Terrace
Battery Park City
New York, NY 10282
(212) 537-0511

Hours:
Mon-Fri: 10am - 6pm

Closings:
Closed Dec. 25, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1, 2010. Limited hours on Dec. 24.

Suggested Donations:
Adults: $8
Students and Seniors: $5
Children 12 and under: Free

Public Transportation:
By Subway: A/C/E or 2/3 to Chambers St.
By Bus: M20 or M22 to North End Ave and Vesey St.
From the subway, walk west on Chambers Street toward the Hudson River. Cross the West Side Highway and continue on Chambers. Make a left on River Terrace. The entrance to the Action Center is located opposite the Irish Hunger Memorial plaza at 6 River Terrace.

Group Visits:
The Action Center provides school groups, educators, and youth groups on-site workshops, activities and lesson plans. Register your group now.
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