“Flatbush Cats founder Will Zweigart cut the ribbon for the grand opening of the vet clinic, alongside “The Cat Daddy” Jackson Galaxy from Animal Planet’s “My Cat From Hell,” actor Rosie Perez, elected officials Farah Louis, Justin Brannan and Jumaane Williams and hundreds of other donors, stakeholders and cat lovers.”
Read more on BKReader (link), Brooklyn Paper (link), and 1010 WINS (link).
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“The ceremony, which was held on August 5, was hosted by New York City Council member Farah Louis in collaboration with the Bernard and Edwards families. It was held at the corner of Church Avenue and East 45th Street, Flatbush, Brooklyn, following a service at the God Battalion Church, Linden Boulevard. Among the attendees were prominent political figures, including Congresswoman Yvette Clarke and New York State Attorney General Leticia James, both of whom delivered remarks.”
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“Summer months can be challenging for kids who rely on school meals since schools close and access to such meals is limited. I am excited about Hunger Free America’s partnership with the New York City Department of Education (DOE) to promote and deliver healthy and nutritious food to children and teenagers,” said Council Member Farah Louis. “Throughout the summer, the Free Summer Meals program provides breakfast and lunch at schools, libraries, and other public locations throughout the five boroughs at no cost to scholars under 18 years of age.
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“I am proud that my financial literacy education bill, Intro. 54, for the Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), is being signed by Mayor Adams today. The City is overdue in focusing on the financial tool kits our youth can utilize to be fiscally responsible and productive citizens, such as understanding personal banking, credit, and savings. This bill shows our commitment to end intergenerational poverty to build a more inclusive economy—providing real economic opportunities for all.”
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New York City Council Member Farah N. Louis, in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Community Mental Health, the Central Brooklyn Public Safety & Mental Health Taskforce, and rappers Lil Mama and Arnstar, hosted a Safe Summer youth rally and press conference. The purpose of this event is to launch a citywide initiative aimed at encouraging young people to utilize mental and emotional health services as a means to reduce gun violence within our community.
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“I am proud that Int. No. 54, my financial literacy education bill for the Department of Youth and Community Development, has been passed today. This bill is a step in the right direction to end intergenerational poverty to build a more inclusive economy—providing real economic opportunities for all, which requires collaboration and intentionality. The City is overdue in focusing on the fiscal and financial tool kits our youth can utilize to be productive citizens, and my bill will create courses and programs that provide the skill-building our youth needs for economic stability and success.”
Read more about legislation passed by the New York City Council (link).
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Read the full list of activities this year on ABC7 (link).
“We have the second largest populations of Haitians right here in New York City outside Miami and Haiti so this is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our culture and what we bring to New York City,” said Brooklyn Council Member Farah Louis, who served as grand marshal for the parade.
Read more on NY1 (link).
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“At the conclusion of Joshi’s remarks, Councilmember Farah Louis rose to voice her support for the myriad of ambitions and accomplishments of the Adams Administration that Joshi shared, and encouraged her to continue to do visionary work in Brooklyn. Joshi shared earlier in the morning, that while she hails from Philadelphia, she really thinks, “Brooklyn is the Best”.”
Read more on the Brooklyn Eagle (link).
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“On Saturday, March 11th, P.S./I.S. 109 hosted an amazing event for the school and surrounding community. It may have started as a rainy Saturday, but it wasn’t long before golden rays of sunshine beamed down on this community educational beacon, both literally and figuratively. The event, co-hosted by State Senator Kevin Parker, Councilwoman Farah Louis and the Brooklyn Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., made sure that fun learning experiences were had by all.
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