NYC Service today announced the release of NYCivic Engagement: Neighborhood Volunteer Study & Plan, a report which found NYC residents engaging in volunteerism at a rate (48%) that is more than three times higher than has been traditionally reported. Continue Reading →
Tag Archives: Jesse Hamilton
Harlem Based NAN, IDC And Others Pushes Funding For Immigrant Legal Services
The National Action Network (NAN) and members of the Independent Democratic Conference (IDC) stood alongside advocates to support measures which would protect immigrants living in New York State from discrimination and hate crimes. Continue Reading →
Mayor de Blasio Signs Executive Order Banning City Agencies From Reviewing Salary History Of Job Applicants
In a major effort to ensure fair employment practices and close the pay gap for women and people of color, Mayor Bill de Blasio today signed Executive Order 21 prohibiting City agencies from inquiring about the salary history of job applicants. Continue Reading →
NYC Comptroller Scott M. Stringer Honors Harlem Trailblazer And Others
On Thursday, February 25, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer hosted his annual Trailblazers event in honor of African-American History Month at Medgar Evers College in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. Continue Reading →
Natural Living Film Festival And Forum In Harlem
Back by popular demand, the Annual Natural Living Film Festival presents three days of films, special events and discussion designed to encourage positive action toward individual and community health and healing. Continue Reading →