NYCHA Employee Elizabeth McCray Shares About Her Hopi Culture Native American Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the history, contributions, and culture of indigenous people. With more than 574 federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native tribes, there are many cultures to learn about. We spoke to NYCHA employee Elizabeth McCray, who was happy… Continue Reading Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
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Thanksgiving is a time of reflection and togetherness. This year, the NYCHA community united to ensure that NYCHA residents had Thanksgiving meals with their families, friends, and communities. From turkey giveaways to gift cards and groceries, the outpouring of support from NYCHA resident associations, businesses and community organizations, and elected officials kicked off the season… Continue Reading Celebrating Thanksgiving at NYCHA
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In honor of Veterans Day, we asked three dedicated NYCHA staffers who are also U.S. military veterans to tell us about their service and how it has helped them in their careers at NYCHA. Joseph Pesante has worked as a Clerical Aide with NYCHA’s General Services Department in Long Island City since 2016; he served… Continue Reading U.S. Veterans Exemplify Leadership through Service
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NYCHA employees from across the Authority came together during Climate Week 2023 to volunteer at six different Farms at NYCHA, give back to their communities, and enjoy a few days of urban-farming fun together. Thirty-eight NYCHA staffers – as well as two NYCHA retirees – gathered during the week of September 21 at Bayview, Howard,… Continue Reading NYCHA Staff Volunteer at NYCHA Farms During Climate Week
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Let us recognize the important work that NYCHA employees do each day on behalf of public housing residents and all that you continue to accomplish to transform the Authority. I am extremely proud to lead NYCHA and this remarkable team, and grateful for your dedication and commitment to meeting extraordinary challenges and delivering quality service to our residents. Continue Reading Thank You
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NYCHA employees gathered to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at a potluck featuring delicious dishes made or bought by fellow employees. National Hispanic Heritage Month, also known as Latinx Heritage Month, is celebrated annually in the U.S. from September 15 to October 15 to highlight the contributions of Hispanic people and Americans with ancestry from Spanish-speaking… Continue Reading Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Through Food and Fellowship
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November is Native American Heritage Month, also known as American Indian and Alaska Native Heritage Month. This is a time to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous people. There are over 9 million Native Americans and Native Alaskans living in the United States today. And with 575 federally recognized tribes and many more vying for recognition, there… Continue Reading Celebrating Native American Heritage Month
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The FDNY took fire safety education to the next level for NYCHA youth at Brooklyn’s Farragut Houses on October 24. Simulating a dark, smoke-filled environment, the FDNY’s mobile “Fire Safety House” aims to teach youth and other residents how to act in the event of a fire in their home. With the guidance of fire… Continue Reading ‘Fire Safety House’ Simulates Emergency for Farragut Houses Residents
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Kudos for Longtime Service to Residents and the City Each month, NYCHANow recognizes the staff who’ve achieved more than five years of service, in multiples of five. Congratulations to the employees who reached these milestones in October! 5 Years of Service 10 Years of Service 15 Years of Service 20 Years of Service 25 Years of Service… Continue Reading October Work Anniversaries
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Every year, the National Safety Council and the National Elevator Safety Foundation recognize the third week of November as “Elevator Safety Week” to bring awareness to elevator safety. Elevators began revolutionizing daily life in the United States in the late 1800s, making it possible to build taller buildings in which many more people could safely… Continue Reading Read “Healthy Happenings,” the EHS Newsletter
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