Urban Resource Institute

Urban Resource Institute Empowering individuas, families, and communities to end cycles of domestic violence, homelessness,

Urban Resource Institute (URI) provide comprehensive, holistic, and supportive human services programs that empower individuals and families in the New York metropolitan area to change their lives for the better. With our rich legacy of social service research and expertise, our deep relationships with the diverse communities we serve, and our flexible, innovative approach to program development a

nd service delivery, we are uniquely equipped to provide solutions to the challenges affecting New York’s most vulnerable populations. Our handson programs for victims of domestic violence and homelessness are specifically tailored to meet the needs of the individual, while our advocacy and community outreach initiatives advance social change and build wider visibility and support for the issues that have an impact on our clients’ quality of life and New York’s urban communities.

Survivor strength can mean simply making it through another day. It can also look like joy, softness, and choosing yours...
04/23/2026

Survivor strength can mean simply making it through another day. It can also look like joy, softness, and choosing yourself in the everyday moments. 🤍

A reminder that healing isn’t one thing, and it isn’t linear. It’s yours.

You have rights.You deserve support.You are not alone.We see you. We stand with you.This National Crime Victims’ Rights ...
04/21/2026

You have rights.
You deserve support.
You are not alone.

We see you. We stand with you.

This National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, support is here: ovc.gov/help.

Two devastating tragedies in a matter of days. Children gone. Futures erased before they ever had the chance to unfold.T...
04/20/2026

Two devastating tragedies in a matter of days. Children gone. Futures erased before they ever had the chance to unfold.

This is exactly why prevention, safe shelter, and real intervention matter. Not in theory. In practice. In time. Because with the right support, the right access, the right accountability, outcomes can be different. Lives can be saved.

If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out. In an emergency, call 911. You can also contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE, available 24/7.

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Read the NYT article at https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/19/us/shreveport-mass-shooting-dead-children.html?smid=url-share

04/16/2026

Leaving an abusive relationship also means starting over financially.

Many survivors lose access to their own money. Their credit may be damaged by abuse. And in New York, where credit is often required for housing, rebuilding can feel out of reach.

That’s where URI’s Economic Empowerment Program (EEP) comes in.

We work one-on-one with survivors to build personalized plans for financial safety, stability, and long-term security. At the same time, we advocate for policies that make systems more just and accessible for everyone.

A tragic murder-suicide involving former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax and his wife, Cerina Fairfax, is a ...
04/16/2026

A tragic murder-suicide involving former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax and his wife, Cerina Fairfax, is a devastating reminder that domestic violence does not discriminate and can escalate quickly behind closed doors. Read more here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/16/us/virginia-lt-governor-justin-fairfax-murder-wife-suicide.html

If you or someone you know is facing abuse, support is available. For immediate assistance, please call NYC’s 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-621-HOPE or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.

Financial independence is about safety, stability, and choice.It is the ability to make decisions for yourself. To acces...
04/15/2026

Financial independence is about safety, stability, and choice.

It is the ability to make decisions for yourself. To access what you need. To move forward on your own terms.

This checklist is a reminder of what you deserve.

How many of these do you have, and what are you working toward next? Every step is part of building a safer, stronger future.

URI staff were honored to welcome Earamichia Brown for A Taste of the Diaspora: Weaving the Fabric of Our Lives.Hosted b...
04/15/2026

URI staff were honored to welcome Earamichia Brown for A Taste of the Diaspora: Weaving the Fabric of Our Lives.

Hosted by our MAT and Let’s Get Crafty ERGs, this gathering explored how quilts and textile traditions carry stories of history, resilience, and identity across the African diaspora.

A powerful reminder that art holds memory and connects us across generations.

Thank you to Earamichia and our ERGs for creating such a thoughtful and inspiring space.

From New York to Australia—this is what progress looks like.URI joined partners at the ASPCA to connect with Monique Dam...
04/14/2026

From New York to Australia—this is what progress looks like.

URI joined partners at the ASPCA to connect with Monique Dam, CEO of Lucy's Project, who is working to make shelters across Australia pet-inclusive.

URI’s Lina Cohen and JeTaime Whiting shared what we’ve learned through the People and Animals Living Safely (PALS) program—URI’s groundbreaking program that has helped shift systems here in the U.S. and is now influencing change around the world.

Because no one should have to choose between safety and their pet.

Stronger communities start with leaders who show up.We’re proud to recognize Ahmed Tigani, Commissioner of NYC Departmen...
04/09/2026

Stronger communities start with leaders who show up.

We’re proud to recognize Ahmed Tigani, Commissioner of NYC Department of Buildings—championing housing, access, and opportunity for the communities that need it most.

This is what STRONGER looks like. Purchase tickets or become a sponsor: https://lnkd.in/ehe7UZnM

Economic freedom isn’t just about money. It’s about safety, choice, and control.It looks like:👉 A bank account in your n...
04/09/2026

Economic freedom isn’t just about money. It’s about safety, choice, and control.

It looks like:
👉 A bank account in your name
👉 Credit on your terms
👉 A paycheck that lets you breathe
👉 Rest without financial stress

Everyone deserves that kind of freedom. Not everyone has access to it.

Urban Resource Institute’s Economic Empowerment Program (EEP) is working to change that by helping survivors build financial independence, stability, and long-term security.

Learn more: urinyc.org/economic-empowerment/

We are honored to celebrate Judge Glenda A. Hatchett as our Trailblazer Award honoree at the 2026 URI Celebration: STRON...
04/08/2026

We are honored to celebrate Judge Glenda A. Hatchett as our Trailblazer Award honoree at the 2026 URI Celebration: STRONGER ✨

A judge, attorney, and advocate, Judge Hatchett has spent over 40 years breaking barriers and advancing justice for communities across the country. Her work has changed systems and transformed lives.

That’s what it means to be a trailblazer.

On May 20, we come together at Jazz at Lincoln Center to celebrate leadership, resilience, and the power of community.

🎟️ Get your tickets or become a sponsor: https://urinyc.org/celebration2026/

04/08/2026

The most effective solutions come from those who understand what support truly looks like.

When survivors are centered in advocacy, solutions actually meet their needs. When they’re excluded, we miss the mark. When they lead, change becomes meaningful.

Hear from Teal Inzunza on why survivor-driven policy matters.

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