2021 AccessibleNYC – Report To Improve Quality Of Life For People With Disabilities
The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) has released the 2021 edition of the AccessibleNYC report.
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New Study: Philanthropists And Nonprofits Exclude People With Disabilities From Harlem To Hollywood
Harlem World Magazine works with some of the best Nonprofits and foundations in and outside of Harlem, so we know that Nonprofits and foundations are full of good work and good will.
Film “Us” Portrays People With Disabilities As Evil, Furthering Stigmas – We Should Know Better
Playing two roles in Jordan Peele’s new horror film, Us, Lupita Nyong’o used disability to create the “creepy voice” for Adelaide Wilson’s doppelgänger.
EmpoweredNYC Launches Listening Tour And Training Series To Help People With Disabilities
EmpoweredNYC, a new collaboration dedicated to enabling New Yorkers with disabilities to build a stronger financial future for themselves and their families, today announced a citywide listening tour to engage with the disability community about their financial well-being.
New York State Falls To 40th In The U.S. In Jobs For People With Disabilities
Today, Respectability reports that even as the national economy improves, New Yorkers with disabilities are left behind, which means Harlemites will be left behind.
Two Bills For People With Disabilities Signed Into Law
Today Mayor Bill de Blasio signed into law Council Members Helen Rosenthal and Ritchie Torres’ legislation to expand access for people with disabilities attending events held by the City and interacting with city agencies.
The Mayors Op-Ed: The People’s Money—Your Money To Improve Your Community
By Eric Adams Have you ever looked around your neighborhood and thought—it would be great if we could have a community garden here?
Harlem’s Espaillat, Hawk And Others Praise Mayor Adams Working People Agenda
NYC Mayor Eric Adams delivered his second State of the City address, outlining a “Working People’s Agenda” focused on delivering jobs, safety, housing, and care for New Yorkers.
Mayor Adams Outlines “Working Peoples Agenda” In State Of The City Address
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today outlined a “Working People’s Agenda” in his second State of the City address.
Benefits For Athletes With Disabilities After Severe Injuries
According to the National Athletic Trainers Association, every year, about 3.5 million athletes in the United States suffer from sports injuries.
Life’s WORC “Celebrate 50” Gala Marks Years Of Service To Neighbors With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities
Life’s WORC hosted their 50th Anniversary Gala celebrating the hard-working people of the organization and honored Trailblazing Journalist Geraldo Rivera of FOX News, and Life’s WORC Founder Victoria Schneps-Yunis, President & Co-Publisher, Schneps Media.
EmpoweredNYC Helps New Yorkers With Disabilities Achieve Nearly Half Million Dollars In Savings And Debt Collection
EmpoweredNYC, a collaboration of City agencies and non-profit organizations supported by Citi dedicated to enabling New Yorkers with disabilities to build a stronger financial future for themselves and their families.
Senate Majority Puts Forth Legislation To Support New Yorkers With Disabilities
The Senate Democratic Majority today will advance legislation to protect New Yorkers from Harlem to the Hudson with disabilities.
On International Day Of Persons With Disabilities, NYC: Atwork Employment Program Receives The Zero Project Award
Mayor Bill de Blasio and Commissioner Victor Calise today announced that the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities innovative employment program, NYC: ATWORK, has received the Zero Project Award for 2021.
Lincoln Center Marks 30th Anniversary Of The Americans With Disabilities Act
Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is marking the anniversary of one of the most significant Civil Rights legislations of our time – the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which established the right for people with disabilities to participate fully in civic life.