NY City Hall, Other City Buildings To Be Lit Green For National Runaway Prevention Month

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Published on November 16, 2023, 9:13 am
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New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) Commissioner Keith Howard today announced that City Hall and other municipal buildings will be lit green tonight as part of “Wear Green Day” to bring awareness to National Runaway Prevention Month. National Runaway Prevention Month, which takes place in November, is a public awareness campaign designed to shine a light on the experiences of runaway and homeless youth that too often remain invisible.

“Tonight, we bring awareness to runaway homeless youth throughout the city and country, and the network of providers who serve our young people while ensuring they are seen and heard,” said Mayor Adams. “Our administration continues to work collaboratively across agencies to give young people the support and services they need for more stable, self-sufficient lives. By bringing awareness to National Runaway Prevention Month, we charge all New Yorkers to join us in prioritizing the safety and well-being of young people.”

“DYCD is proud to shine a spotlight on youth homelessness and promote the city’s vital network of drop-in centers, crisis services, transitional independent living, and street outreach programs,” said DYCD Commissioner Howard. “During National Runaway Prevention Month — and throughout the year — DYCD and our runaway and homeless youth service providers continue critical work to connect young people to basic life essentials and the tools and skills they need to thrive.”

To call attention to runaway prevention and youth homelessness, City Hall and the following municipal buildings will be lit green starting at sundown tonight:

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