Urban Resource Institute

Thanks to the generosity of Vodafone Foundation, URI is launching a coding bootcamp for teenage girls in our shelters. This new initiative expands our STEM offerings through our Fab Lab. As the sole provider in NYC for sheltered youth, this initiative introduces girls to new career paths, bridges the digital gap, and prepares them for advanced coding programs. We also extend our deepest gratitude to the William E. Seale Family Foundation and Trudy B. Valentine for their Major Gifts supporting our Economic Empowerment Program. These contributions are essential for continuing to provide our clients with job-readiness services. Together, we are empowering the future. #STEM #FabLab #EconomicEmpowerment #EmpowerHer #DigitalInclusion

After being involved in a dangerous relationship, Brenda had to leave her home and leave behind her beloved pets Rainbow and Kitty. ㅤ “I was sad, 'I mean,' sad, crying, thinking, 'How are my cats?'" Brenda said. ㅤ However, her situation changed when she was admitted to a URI shelter in Brooklyn that protects survivors of domestic violence and also accepts pets. ㅤ Thank you NY1 News Noticias and Yenniffer Martínez for sharing Brenda's story and the lifesaving work of Urban Resource Institute and the People and Animals Living Safely program. ㅤ ## ㅤ Tras verse involucrada en una relación peligrosa, Brenda tuvo que abandonar su hogar y dejar atrás a sus amadas mascotas rainbow y kitty. ㅤ “Yo estaba triste, 'I mean', triste', llorando, pensando ¿cómo están mis gatas?", dijo Brenda. ㅤ Sin embargo, su situación cambió al ser admitida en un albergue en Brooklyn que protege a sobrevivientes de violencia doméstica y, que además, acepta mascotas.

Happy Independence Day! Today we commemorate the ratification of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, a pivotal moment in our nation’s history. At Urban Resource Institute (URI), we acknowledge the ongoing struggle of the individuals and families we serve to secure “life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” Our commitment is unwavering towards creating a world free from domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and trauma. We envision a future where everyone is safe, stable, and thriving. Let’s continue to work together to make it reality. #IndependenceDay #July4th #SocialImpact

We are excited to welcome two outstanding law student interns to URI's Legal Education and Advocacy Program (LEAP) this summer! Antonio Lima, a rising 3L (third-year student) at CUNY School of Law, and Kirpa Kohli, a soon-to-be 2L (second-year student) at New York Law School, have already made significant contributions. They have been assisting domestic violence survivors with immigration issues and participating in legal clinics at our shelters. Their vibrant energy and diverse perspectives are invaluable to our team. We wish summer could last forever! Learn more about LEAP: urinyc.org/program/leap/ #URILEAP #LegalAdvocacy #Interns #LawStudents #SummerInternship From left to right: Antonio Lima, Kirpa Kohli, Liz Brownback, Erika Rodriguez, Dinneen Cato, Esq.

Celebrating 60 Years of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 On this day, sixty years ago, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Civil Rights Act of 1964 into law, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. This landmark legislation was a critical step towards equality, but our work is far from finished. At Urban Resource Institute, we are committed to advancing the progress of communities of color and other historically disenfranchised populations. Through our mission, we address domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and trauma, empowering our clients to build safe, stable, and sustainable futures. Join us in honoring this significant milestone and continuing the vital work for equality and justice for all. #CivilRights #Equality #CommunitySupport #URI #SocialImpact

Recently, START Treatment & Recovery Centers (START) unveiled Dr. Beny J. Primm Way at Waverly Ave & Fulton St in Fort Greene, Brooklyn to honor their founder. Dr. Primm was a respected physician, a pioneer in substance abuse treatment and AIDS prevention, and a public health advocate. In 1980, he founded the Urban Resource Institute (URI) to support domestic violence survivors, especially within communities of color. His vision laid the foundation for URI's mission to help those affected by domestic violence and homelessness. URI Board of Trustees and Staff, START NY advocates, and community leaders attended the ceremony. Read more in the Brooklyn Eagle article: https://lnkd.in/emCgj9z5 and see photos here: https://lnkd.in/exJ-itxP. 📸 URI Attendees: Nathaniel Fields, Elizabeth Springer, Ida Landers, Mary Muhammad, Jennifer White-Reid, Whittaker Mack III, CFP®, WMCP®, Angel Guzman, and Kenneth McCrae 

We are truly grateful to Morgan Stanley and the volunteers who dedicated their time assembling backpacks for children in our shelters. Special thanks to Keanu Hypolite for spearheading this vital initiative. Partners like you are essential in our mission to support survivors of domestic violence and homeless families. Thank you for your commitment and generosity. 🎒💼 #URINYC #Partnership #URICommunity #MorganStanley #GVM #GlobalVolunteerMonth #ShareMorganStanley    

We are proud to announce Siobhan King's promotion to Senior Director of the Homeless Families Residential Program at URI! 🌟 Since starting as a case manager in 2016, Siobhan has demonstrated unwavering dedication and brought a decade of expertise in social services. Her leadership and strategic insights have significantly shaped our Homeless Families division and positively impacted the broader community. Please join us in congratulating Siobhan on this well-deserved promotion. We look forward to her continued leadership and future accomplishments. 🙌🎉 #TeamURI #Leadership #CommunityImpact #HomelessFamilies Learn more about URI Programs for Homeless Families: https://bit.ly/3zkHvAR

Empowerment in Action with the Women's Caucus! 💪 URI extends heartfelt thanks to the Women's Caucus NYC Council for inviting us to City Hall for an empowering self-defense training session. Our dedicated team members, Olga Preciado and Emily Uz, joined Council Members Carmen De La Rosa, Julie Menin, and Inna Vernikov, Esq., along with Women's Caucus Executive Director Thamar Ferdinand, in this vital event. This training not only empowered participants but also strengthened our partnership with the NYC Council and raised awareness of URI's Abusive Partner Intervention Program (APIP). Together, we are building a safer and more empowered community. #Empowerment #SelfDefense #WomensCaucus #NYCCouncil #URI #APIP

We are grateful to NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams' and her team for visiting New Visions, Urban Resource Institute's newest and largest domestic violence transitional facility in Queens. Her presence underscores our collaborative efforts to address community challenges and enhance support for survivors. #DVsupport #PALS #NYC #CommunitySupport