Written by Zachary Hale, Esq ., Staff Attorney The COVID-19 pandemic has had devastating impacts on both public health and economic security. As tenants across the country struggle to pay rent, organizations like Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A (Brooklyn A) have worked…
In the middle of a triple pandemic – coronavirus, economic hardship, and systemic racism – housing courts in New York City reopened on June 22nd. Ironically, opening courts will put tens of thousands of tenants of color in danger, and…
Low-income communities of color are facing a triple pandemic - COVID-19, economic hardship, and systemic racism. Recent reports have highlighted the looming devastation - 40% of New Yorkers are unable to pay rent;40% of Black-owned businesses have temporarily closed and unsure if…
Dear Brooklyn A Family:We are in the midst of a moral moment for this country, as an organization and as individuals. The murders in recent weeks of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade and other Black community members across…
Dear Brooklyn A Supporters: Many recent media reports speak of COVID-19 as a great equalizer that infects people regardless of race, class, or country. In theory, this is true, but in practice, the virus is disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations . As recent data…