The People's Money (2024-2025)
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- Do you have specific Neighborhood(s) in mind?
- South Bronx (Morrisania, Kingsbridge, Soundview) or East New York, Brooklyn
- Which group(s) does your idea focus on? Select as many as apply.
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YouthLow Income People"Black, Indigenous and/or People of Color"
- Describe the challenge you want to address:
- Many young Black and Brown NYC teens don't have access to a welcoming space to hang out outside of schoolwork or home. They end up spending their time in public spaces like malls, parks, subways/buses, and the street. This creates conflict between different groups and leaves teens ostracized.
- What is the solution to the challenge?
- Implement a youth activity and counseling program in several neighborhoods across each borough, especially in low-income and Black/Brown areas. This would include weekly or even daily spaces where teens can come to spend time, have free food, do activities like sports, games crafts etc. This space would have access to social counselors for teens to talk to for emotional support. This can take place in libraries or other government-funded community buildings.
- Please provide your Zip Code
- 11210
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