Introduction

Resource Library

Our comprehensive resources point you to educational materials, specific issues, and engagement opportunities that can help you make change.

Resources

Explore a wide range of NYC resources to learn, take action, and find support. Search or filter to discover tools, services, and information at your own pace. Please note, Women Creating Change (WCC) is not responsible for the material, information or opinions expressed by third parties or the resources made available by or through WCC.

NYC Mesh

NYC Mesh is a resource that you helps you stay connected to the internet by pinpointing hotspots with free internet access." When you join the Community Network, you can get connected for reliable community-owned internet; get support to fix problems; and volunteer to help build the network.

Top 100 Worst Landlords Watchlist

Provided by the Public Advocate's Office, search through this watchlist to identify NYC's worst landlords and buildings.

Mutual Aid Disaster Relief: Solidarity, Not Charity!

This short presentation (6 slides) explains the difference between mutual aid and charity, the concept of "solidarity not charity," and what solidarity means.

Hundreds of Mutual Aid Groups Formed in Response to COVID-19. What Comes Next for Them?

Watch this video to learn the significance of mutual aid groups in large communities like NYC, and in health crises like COVID-19.

Introduction to Mutual Aid

This video explains the concept of mutual aid and how it benefits communities. Learn how to introduce mutual aid in your community step-by-step.

Find Your Next Job: Explore Careers | Jobs | NYC

Start your career in public service with a job in New York City Government. Browse through opportunities including open job positions, internships, and fellowships and apply directly.

Crown Heights Tenant Union

The Crown Heights Tenant Union is a union of Tenant Associations that advocates for housing protections and tenants' rights in the Crown Heights community. Learn about upcoming meetings, events, and other ways you can get involved.

City Harvest

Work to end hunger in NYC by volunteering with City Harvest New York to make sure that food does not go to waste.

Link NYC Free Wifi

All the information New York City residents need to locate and link to free wi-fi hotspots.

NYC Environmental Protection

Provides important information about environmental protection, programs and initiatives in New York City.

We Act for Environmental Justice

This organization's mission is to build healthy communities by ensuring that people of color and/or low income residents participate meaningfully in the creation of sound and fair environmental health and protection policies and practices.

Grow NYC

This resource provides information about green markets, composting, food access and agriculture, conservation, green spaces (like community gardens), and environmental education for NYC's kids.

Public Benefits in New York: Fact Sheets

This resource provides New Yorkers with information sheets that simplify the process of determining public benefits eligibility and applying for benefits.

Forming a Tenants’ Association

This FAQ page discusses information that can help people build a tenant association for their residence/building. It guides readers on steps and resources needed to take action and improve living circumstances for tenants.

New York Cares Volunteer Opportunities

This volunteer platform allows users to search projects depending on the location, time that you are available, and issues you care about.

Volunteer Opportunities in NYC

This easy-to-navigate website connects users with volunteer opportunities in New York City and lists them by causes and issues you may be interested in.

“Your Money, Your Future! A Basic Guide for Financial Education and Empowerment “

This resources provides a basic overview of the American financial system with the aim to educate and better inform immigrant communities.

Community Resources for Immigrant New Yorkers

Many comprehensive resources for immigrant New Yorkers about rights, health and safety, business and finance, and New York State policy.

Immigrants & New York Poster

A fold-out, illustrated poster in English, Spanish, and French that "guides immigrants in New York State on how to avoid immigration scams, protect their families when interacting with ICE, and create a plan for their family in the event of deportation."

New York Immigration Coalition: Know Your Rights Wallet Cards

Short palm-cards with guidance on what to say if you have contact with an immigration agent; available in Spanish, French, Chinese (Simplified), and Arabic.

New York Immigration Coalition: New York State Community Toolkit

An all-in-one resource guide for community members, partners, and allies. Updated regularly based on changing laws and policies, and connects immigrant New Yorkers with resources across the state.

Mutual Aid Hub

A platform that lists mutual aid groups nationwide as well as helpful educational resources. People are able to view where certain mutual aid movements are located on a virtual U.S. map and contact local organizers to receive or offer help, if needed.

Mutual Aid NYC: Community Resource Library

This community-sourced, volunteer-curated library is a growing and comprehensive collection of the many high-quality resources available to New Yorkers. New resources are added every day!

Enroll In LEAD Job Readiness Series

LEAD is a workforce development program that aims to prepare immigrant women entry into the NYC workforce or to pursue higher education and vocational trainings.

Bystander Intervention Resources

This online resource collection offers information and resources on bystander intervention, including resources to use with community members, and information and research on the effectiveness of bystander intervention.

Public Housing in New York City: An Overview

This publication was developed by WCC’s Task Force on Public Housing to facilitate better understanding of the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and encourage advocacy to improve and preserve public housing in New York City.

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