Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

East Harlem Initiative Persists with New Funding Against Violence

6/6/2025

39 5

Summary

Story summary

An anti-violence initiative in East Harlem, bolstered by a $25,000 city grant, will persist despite the loss of federal support. Getting Out and Staying Out empowers formerly incarcerated youth with career readiness and internships. Additionally, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg unveiled $295,000 for programs dedicated to curbing youth gun violence in the community.

1 of 1

Story summary

An anti-violence initiative in East Harlem, bolstered by a $25,000 city grant, will persist despite the loss of federal support. Getting Out and Staying Out empowers formerly incarcerated youth with career readiness and internships. Additionally, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg unveiled $295,000 for programs dedicated to curbing youth gun violence in the community.