The People's Money (2024-2025)
Play your part: Your Money, Your Community, Your Vote!
- Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
- East New York, Gateway Area
- Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
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YouthOlder AdultsPublic Housing ResidentsJustice Impacted PeoplePeople with DisabilitiesLimited English SpeakersImmigrants/ MigrantsVeteransLGBTQ+ PeopleParentsUnhoused PeopleLow Income PeopleBlack, Indigenous and/or People of ColorAll people
- Describe the challenge you want to address:
- Many people lack accessible, practical knowledge and resources for urban residents to effectively handle everyday challenges and emergencies**. Many people living in NYC face a combination of risks, including: 1. Personal Safety Concerns: - Navigating crowded, high-risk areas (e.g., subways, public spaces) with limited understanding of personal safety practices. - Lack of self-defense and de-escalation skills. 2. **Disaster and Emergency Preparedness:** - Insufficient knowledge of how to prepare for natural disasters (e.g., floods, hurricanes) and city-specific emergencies like blackouts or transit shutdowns. - Limited awareness of available local resources and emergency services. 3. **Health and Mental Wellness Challenges:** - Struggles with managing stress and anxiety, especially during crises or urban living pressures. - Lack of knowledge about affordable healthcare, mental health resources, and maintaining physical well-being in a fast-paced environment. 4. **Digital Vulnerabilities:** - Increasing risks of cyber threats and misinformation, with limited understanding of how to protect personal information and access credible emergency updates. 5. **Community Isolation:** - Fragmented networks and a lack of strong community ties that could provide mutual aid during emergencies. - Residents often feel unprepared and unsupported in times of crisis due to disconnection.
- What is the solution to the challenge?
- By addressing these issues, the workshops aim to **equip participants with the tools, knowledge, and community support to feel confident, informed, and ready to face urban challenges and emergencies**. The workshops would not only increase individual resilience but also contribute to building stronger, more connected communities in NYC.
- Please provide your Zip Code
- 11239
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