On this edition of Tiempo, we discuss the growing homelessness crisis and its disproportionate impact on the Latino community in New York City.<\/p>\n
Hispanic people represent about 32% of heads of household in the shelter system, according to the New York State Comptroller’s Office.<\/p>\n
Project Renewal<\/a> is helping Latinos transition from shelters to stable housing to end the cycle of homelessness.<\/p>\n The nonprofit was founded in 1967 as a de-toxification program and has evolved into a comprehensive social services agency. Project Renewal serves over 10,000 New Yorkers annually.<\/p>\n Their mission is to empower individuals and families through three primary pillars: health, homes and employment.<\/p>\n Joining us to discuss is Shannon Gonzales from Project Renewal.<\/p>\n Also on our program, New York City’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) has extended its application deadline.<\/p>\n There are about 100,000 summer job opportunities available for young adults between ages 14-24. The city program helps keep youth engaged and active during the summer.<\/p>\n We’ll talk to one of the nonprofit organizations involved in the program and learn more about the many available jobs.<\/p>\n And more on Teatro Fest 2026, the citywide event celebrating Latino theatre productions.<\/p>\n The festival spans multiple neighborhoods in three boroughs with over 20 different performances, including musical comedies, children’s puppetry and dances like tango, just to name a few.<\/p>\n There’s something for the entire family, and we have the details coming up.<\/p>\n Tiempo airs Sunday mornings at 11:30 on Channel 7, WABC-TV in New York City.<\/p>\n SUBSCRIBE TO THE TIEMPO PODCAST<\/p>\n Discover more podcasts from abc7NY here<\/a>
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