The People's Money (2023-2024)

Decide how to spend part of the city budget!

Phase 4 of 4

Project Implementation 07/01/2024 - 06/30/2025

Language Opportunities for Immigrants

In-person Workshop Idea

15/12/2023 12:27

In which borough should your idea take place?: Brooklyn
Do you have a specific neighborhood(s) in mind?: Kensington, Ocean Parkway, Sunset Park, Coney Island
Which audience(s) does your idea help? Select as many as apply.: Parents

Limited English proficient individuals

Low income individuals

Immigrants and/or migrants
Describe the challenge you want to address:: Limitation of language due to lack of technical tools and less income. Limitation of time - we the citizens are not free at any time.
Describe your idea and approach to address the challenge:: We need more ESL classes with teachers who are bilingual. We need classes to provide laptops and computers. The classes should be on weekdays during the day time, and would not only teach english but also promote conversation.
Write the zipcode that best represents your New York City community:: 11218