The People's Money (2024-2025)

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Source: {"body":{"en":"<xml><dl class=\"decidim_awesome-custom_fields\" data-generator=\"decidim_awesome\" data-version=\"0.10.2\"><dt name=\"text-1727190723263-0\">Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?</dt><dd id=\"text-1727190723263-0\" name=\"text\"><div>All suitable locations will be considered. </div></dd><dt name=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\">Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.</dt><dd id=\"checkbox-group-1727190854919-0\" name=\"checkbox-group\"><div alt=\"Youth\">Youth</div><div alt=\"Older Adults\">Older Adults</div><div alt=\"Public Housing Residents\">Public Housing Residents</div><div alt=\"Justice Impacted People\">Justice Impacted People</div><div alt=\"People with Disabilities\">People with Disabilities</div><div alt=\"Limited English Speakers\">Limited English Speakers</div><div alt=\"Immigrants/ Migrants\">Immigrants/ Migrants</div><div alt=\"Veterans\">Veterans</div><div alt=\"LGBTQ+ People\">LGBTQ+ People</div><div alt=\"Parents\">Parents</div><div alt=\"Unhoused People\">Unhoused People</div><div alt=\"Low Income People\">Low Income People</div><div alt=\"Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color\">Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color</div><div>Open to all people of all ages, races, beliefs, orientations.</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\">Describe the challenge you want to address:</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191113616-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>Many residents of New York City are facing an existential threat. Our lives, especially those in environmental justice areas, are impacted by a convergence of ecological imbalances, changing climate and critical issues stemming from high density populations, industrial activity and rampant development. Such is life in the big City.\n###\nThe Parallel Decline: Human &amp; Monarchs in Peril:\n“We Grow Life” approaches this crisis showing how urbanization and the extinction of monarch butterflies are deeply intertwined through cascading effects of environmental degradation. In low-income urban areas, derelict spaces remain filled with debris, feces and waste creating toxic microenvironments hostile to both human health and butterfly habitats. The systematic loss of green spaces through aggressive urban development, neglect, and lack of care simultaneously damages human wellbeing and destroys critical pollinator corridors that monarch butterflies require for migration and reproduction.\n###\nMonarch butterflies, once common to New York City, are on the brink of extinction, due to catastrophic habitat loss as their ecosystems vanish beneath concrete, pesticide use and the collapse of their migratory numbers. Their accelerating decline serves as a critical warning sign - these butterflies are indicator species whose disappearance signals broader environmental issues that also harm human life. The same forces driving monarchs toward extinction - habitat fragmentation, chemical contamination, and climate change - create toxic urban conditions that increase human stress, health problems and social isolation.\n###\nThis environmental deterioration creates a devastating feedback loop: As urban residents lose access to nature, their connection to and understanding of ecological systems weakens. This nature deficit disorder manifests in declining mental health and reduced environmental awareness, particularly among youth. Without direct exposure to natural spaces and creatures like monarchs, urban communities struggle to develop the ecological literacy needed to recognize and care about environmental threats.\n###\nThe fragmentation of ecosystems and communities, driven by relentless urban sprawl, disrupts the migratory corridors that monarchs rely on to complete their life cycles. This fragmentation also isolates human communities, eroding social cohesion and limiting access to shared green spaces. Both species suffer from this disconnection, weakening their resilience and ability to thrive in an increasingly challenging environment.\n###\nLimited access to nature fosters a cycle of disengagement. Children grow up without experiencing the benefits of the natural world, mirroring the disruption of monarch breeding cycles. This generational disconnect erodes ecological understanding and hinders community resilience.\n###\nThe decline of monarch butterflies in NYC mirrors the decline in the quality of life for many residents, particularly in underserved communities revealing a stark reality: the fate of humans and monarchs in cities like New York is inextricably linked. \n###\n</div></dd><dt name=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\">What is the solution to the challenge?</dt><dd id=\"textarea-1727191235485-0\" name=\"textarea\"><div>1. Transform Neglected Spaces into Vibrant Habitats:\nReclaim vacant lots, tree beds, and underutilized areas, transforming them into pollinator gardens and monarch waystations. This not only provides crucial habitat for monarchs but also beautifies neighborhoods and creates opportunities for community engagement.\n2. Foster Environmental Stewardship:\nEmpower residents to become active participants in conservation by providing education and resources on sustainable gardening practices, habitat restoration, and citizen science initiatives. This fosters a sense of ownership and responsibility for local green spaces.\n3. Invest in Environmental Education:\nIntegrate monarch conservation and broader environmental awareness into school curricula and community programs. Hands-on learning experiences can cultivate a deeper understanding of ecological systems and inspire future environmental leaders.\n4. Advocate for Policy Change:\nPush for increased funding for urban greening initiatives, stricter regulations on pesticide use, and greater protection for urban wildlife habitats. Support policies that prioritize environmental justice and ensure equitable access to nature for all communities.\n5. Promote Green Infrastructure:\nIncorporate green roofs, green walls, and permeable pavements into urban design to mitigate the urban heat island effect, improve air quality, and create connected habitats for pollinators.\n6. Support Urban Agriculture:\nEncourage community gardens, rooftop farms, and other forms of urban agriculture that promote biodiversity, provide access to fresh produce, and strengthen community food systems.\n7. Reduce Pesticide Use:\nPromote organic gardening practices and advocate for city-wide restrictions on harmful pesticides that threaten pollinators and human health.\n8. Celebrate Urban Nature:\nOrganize community events, festivals, and educational programs that celebrate the beauty and importance of urban nature, fostering a sense of connection and appreciation for the natural world.\n9. Foster Intergenerational Connections:\nCreate opportunities for youth and elders to share knowledge and experiences related to nature and environmental stewardship, strengthening community bonds and promoting cultural transmission of ecological wisdom.\n10. Embrace Citizen Science:\nEngage community members in citizen science initiatives, such as monarch tagging, habitat monitoring, and data collection, to contribute to scientific research and empower individuals to become active participants in conservation efforts.\nBy implementing these solutions, we can address the interconnected challenges facing both human communities and monarch butterflies in urban environments. \"We Grow Life\" provides a framework for this transformation, fostering a healthier, more resilient, and connected city for all.\n</div></dd><dt name=\"number-1727191411855-0\">Please provide your Zip Code</dt><dd id=\"number-1727191411855-0\" name=\"number\"><div>11225</div></dd></dl></xml>"},"title":{"en":"\"We Grow Life\" is a citywide initiative to cultivate life and community, transform neglected spaces and protect endangered species—and save ourselves."}}

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