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Neighborhood Navigators and court-based navigator programs

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    Alvin Bragg discusses the Manhattan DA's office's Neighborhood Navigators initiative and a similar court-based program, both aimed at providing support and services to individuals in need.

    • The office invested $6,000,000 of asset forfeiture funds into the Neighborhood Navigators initiative with partners at the Bridge
    • Navigators operate in high-needs areas across Manhattan, building rapport with individuals on the street
    • They connect people with services including housing, social service benefits, detox, and mental health treatment
    • A similar court-based initiative involves a $3,000,000 investment with the Fortune Society
    • Court-based navigators work in arraignment parts, offering services and providing transitional housing
    • Both programs aim to reduce recidivism and stabilize individuals to advance public safety