On Friday, October 5th, two Neighbors in Action staff members, Anthony Collins and Rahson Johnson, led a workshop at the Columbia University Medical Center. This was to contribute to a week-long Gun Violence Awareness Week organized by the University, which included activities, panel discussions and guest speakers. The event attracted a diverse group of individuals […]
CONTINUE READINGBROOKLYN, NY – On the occasion of its 20th anniversary, Central Brooklyn’s Crown Heights Community Mediation Center is changing its name to Neighbors in Action. “Over the last 20 years, our work has grown far beyond our original goal of community mediation,” says Neighbors in Action director, Amy Ellenbogen. “Our new name encapsulates the range […]
CONTINUE READINGOn Saturday, September 15th, 33 people came together for the SOS Clergy Action Network “regathering breakfast”. Rev. Jones shared upcoming changes organizationally and personally. The hot breakfast was delicious as we discussed together with the highlights being 1. our Response to gun violence- shooting responses, 2. soliciting committee members for our December Night Of Remembrance […]
CONTINUE READINGOn Sunday, September 16th, a 56 year-old black woman was non-fatally shot in the abdomen. The following Wednesday, S.O.S. Crown Heights organized a shooting response at the site of the incident; 229 Albany Avenue. A significant number of people came to show their support by holding posters, handing out palmcards, and giving their presence to […]
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since the last shooting
S.O.S. works hard to create safer and healthier neighborhoods and we invite you to join us in these efforts.
