Forum for a Safer NYC

Panel discussion on homelessness in New York City. 

This will be a deep-dive discussion on homelessness in New York City. Through personal and professional experiences, our panelists are local experts on homelessness. Learn about the critical issues that homeless New Yorkers face and what you can do to help your neighbors and community members in need. Let's join together to make New York City safer and better.

Featured Panelists:

Mark Bamba, Member of MAPP (Men as Prevention Partners), Safe Horizon

Shanitra Hood, Police Officer with NYPD, Homeless Outreach Unit

Sebastien Vante, Supervising Coordinator of Sexual Health Services, Safe Horizon

Felipe Vargas, Vice President of Programs, The Doe Fund

Jessica Yager, Vice President of Policy and Planning, Win

Event Moderator: 

Mary Calvi, Anchor, WCBS-TV