The Advocate

“Most of us in New York do not have the direct ability to end violence overseas, but we must do what we can, with what we have, to comfort our neighbors and prevent escalation in our city."

Even with historic investments in youth employment, the demand continues to outweigh the number of available seats for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). With this knowledge and continued advocacy, it was important for us to share other opportunities for youth who may have not received an SYEP spot this year or for those who are interested in exploring other options.

Whether it’s extreme heat, poor air quality, or hurricanes and tropical storms, we’re seeing the growing effects of climate change as related conditions become more frequent and severe.

"On a cold evening during the fall of 1990, gun violence arrived at my front door. Raised during the crack epidemic in New York City, my parents always warned of the dangers that lurked beyond our cozy family unit—my safe haven in the midst of total chaos. However, it wasn’t until that tragic evening that I would realize their fears manifested."

New York City’s Air Quality Health Advisory remains in effect as we continue to face unhealthy conditions stemming from wildfire smoke originating in Canada. Learn how to stay safe.

During Immigrant Heritage Week, we are raising our voices and elevating the immigrant experience to urge action.