Celebrating Heroes of the Pandemic and social justice — this series spotlights the people making a difference in our community from the front lines of Heath and Environment, Community Groups, Harlem Resources, Religion, Youth and Education, and Art and Culture through tribute posts on social media and in local press coverage.
It builds on our 20-year effort to highlight people and institutions that have made Harlem blossom and reflects the response to an illness that has disproportionately struck Black and Brown communities. Meet 38 remarkable honorees.
View dynamic video conversations between our heroes on the Harlem Is...Healing Dialogues webpage HERE.
Enjoy stunning portraits of our honorees
Featured in a Harlem Is...Healing First Outdoor Exhibit HERE.
Enjoy stunning portraits of our honorees
Featured in a Harlem Is...Healing Second Outdoor Exhibit HERE.
harlem is... Healing: Heroes of the Pandemic and Social Justice
In response to coronavirus and the local devastation in New York City, Community Work,s in association with New Heritage Theatre Group, launched a digital celebration called harlem is… Healing: Celebrating Heroes of the Pandemic and Social Justice. The series grew out of the spirit of its 20-year effort to spotlight local heroes, famous or not, who make a difference. The disease has prompted Harlem’s people and institutions from every field to stand up to help keep our community healthy. Through tribute posts on social media and local press coverage, the series publicly acknowledges and thanks those who act for many by helping the Harlem community heal through service.