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Anti-Discrimination Hope Plan

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Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
Sunset Park
Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
Limited English Speakers
Immigrants/ Migrants
Low Income People
Describe the challenge you want to address:
There are many Chinese people who work hard in NYC. Like other immigrant groups, CHinese immigrants work in Chinese-run workplaces, work long hours, and do not speak English on the job. Many Chinese people do not have time to attend English classes because of their work schedules. Like other immigrant groups, Chinese people experience discrimination- and when they don't understand or speak English, they do not feel safe.
What is the solution to the challenge?
This is an idea for free and/or low-cost English classes for Chinese people who are employed, and have busy schedules. Classes should be offered for new English speakers in morning, afternoon, and evening. The program should serve Chinese people in the neighborhoods and/or communities where they live and work so they do not need to spend an hour on their commute to school. Chinese immigrants will learn how to communicate in English in class and beyond and inspire each other to take the next step.
Please provide your Zip Code
10024

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