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AGENCY TESTIMONY
Current state of inequities facing Black New Yorkers
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28 sec
Sideya Sherman addresses the current state of Black New Yorkers, acknowledging progress made while highlighting persistent inequities that limit opportunities for advancement.
- Recognizes ongoing health and economic disparities
- Emphasizes the need for targeted programs and initiatives
- Introduces the focus on young people through specific office initiatives
Sideya Sherman
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While we advance our forward looking racial equity planning efforts, we also remain focused on developing programs and initiatives that meet the needs of New Yorkers today.
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Black New Yorkers have made great strides in our city, but we continue to confront health, economic, and other inequities that can limit opportunities for advancement.
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Through our New York City Young Men's Initiative and NYC Her Future offices, we are laser focused on addressing these issues with innovative programs for young people across our city.