Social Workers of New York City Respond to Mayor Adams Plans Surrounding Homeless Individuals
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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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There have been many incidences of people experiencing serious mental illness or a psychiatric crisis being killed when police respond to calls .
Key Points:
- There have been many incidences of people experiencing serious mental illness or a psychiatric crisis being killed when police respond to calls .
- New York City continues to grapple with several crises related to immigration, humanitarian needs, economic hardships, poverty, housing, criminal justice, and mental health.
- NASW-NYC calls for changes that center equity, racial and social justice, the right to self-determination, and the dignity and worth of all individuals.
- Social workers are among the largest providers of mental health services in the country, including New York.