“As breadwinners and caregivers, we should not have to ‘catch up’ to what men earned last year— three months into the new year. It devalues the hard work that we do each day to bolster the local economy and strengthen our communities. Women across professions deserve equal pay for equal work to ensure that no one is left behind during our city’s post-pandemic recovery.
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“The announcement of the Summer Youth Employment Program’s expansion to record numbers this year is a relief for thousands of families who rely on City programming to keep their children engaged in opportunities that will nurture their professional development while strengthening our communities. These are the critical investments that will provide meaningful alternatives to young New Yorkers while curbing gun and gang violence,” said Council Member Farah N.
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