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Language Expansion and Accessibility Program (LEAP)

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In which borough should your idea take place? 
Manhattan
Do you have a specific neighborhood(s) in mind?
Spanish Harlem; Sunset Park; Jackson HEights; Washington Heights; Corona
Which audience(s) does your idea help? Select as many as apply.
Youth
Justice impacted individuals
Limited English proficient individuals
Immigrants and/or migrants
Public housing residents
People with disabilities
Describe the challenge you want to address:
Maria - migrant, no english; language barrier --> more language options, Haruto: 16 y/o, disabled *illegible* hearing; ear piece; homeless, youth shelter.
Describe your idea and approach to address the challenge:
ASL and ESL classes; 1 year program classes for people to learn english ASL; program can work in collaboration with existing non profits, libraries, schools in the community. interpreters; knowing your rights as a migrant. should be able to feel safe. ASL education programs; youth counseling; more accessibility asl interpreters;
Write the zipcode that best represents your New York City community:
10035

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