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Where a Global Movement Began
Since 1988, Movement.org has been a catalyst for united prayer and Gospel impact in Metro New York. Those roots have since grown into a global movement reaching more than 300 cities across five continents.
Demographics
The New York City metropolitan region is home to is home to nearly 20 million people, making NYC the largest city in the United States and one of the world’s most important urban centers.
More than one-third of New York City residents are foreign-born, and nearly half speak a language other than English at home, reflecting a city shaped by people and cultures from around the world.
One in four New Yorkers — nearly 2.2 million people, including about 450,000 children — lives in poverty, highlighting significant economic challenges alongside the city’s wealth and opportunity.
New York City is a global center of influence in finance, media, arts, culture and commerce, giving the city an outsized influence on ideas and culture around the world.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; NYC Department of City Planning; Robin Hood and Columbia University Center on Poverty and Social Policy; NYC Economic Development Corporation.
Highlights of Movement.org’s work in the Region.
Since 1988
Tuesday afternoon prayer gatherings on Zoom connect local pastors and ministry leaders. The Pastors Prayer Summit, held each January, has convened 6,000 pastors and leaders over the last 36 years.
Movement Day
Movement Day NYC is hosted annually each October. Founded in 2010, this catalytic event brings together church, parachurch and marketplace leaders to work collaboratively to address the city’s greatest needs. Since the launch of Movement Day in New York, 60,000 leaders from 900 cities have participated in Movement Day gatherings globally.
Emerging Leaders Cohort
The ALI Emerging Leaders Cohort is a five-month leadership development program for Christian leaders ages 21–35 in the New York City Metro area. Through mentorship, hands-on learning and a collaborative group project, participants develop as leaders, strengthen their character and build relationships that last well beyond the program.
VIDEOS
Movement Day NYC 2026
News
Movement Day NYC: Collaboration to Impact the Next Generation
“Dwelling with the Next Generation” was the focus of the 16th Annual Movement Day NYC on October 17 at Bethel…
Movement.org Releases Survey on Youth Faith Trends
One of the highlights of Movement Day NYC—held on October 17 at Bethel Gospel Assembly in Harlem—was the release of…
Movement Day Bridgeport Unites City Leaders for Transformational Change
“A Moment in Time.” That was the theme for the inaugural Movement Day Bridgeport on June 14, 2025, at Cathedral…
Foster Gospel Impact in Your City
Connect with Movement.org to learn how Christian leaders can unite and collaborate to advance the Gospel in their city.
