Teens For Change: ReBronx
Welcome to our blog series, teens for change, where we highlight young adults who are making a positive change in their communities. Through DM-ing our organization, we got to meet Daisha and Judith from ReBronx (@rebronxorg on Instagram).
Daisha and Judith run their grass roots organization while being full-time students, working alongside their friends and peers to give out food, water, face masks, and sanitary products during the Pandemic.
1. When did you decide you wanted to start your own organization to help vulnerable members of the community?
“We just wanted to help in places we personally knew and grew up in.
After learning about different social justice movements, I knew that homelessness in my own community was something I wanted to do and, at least, attempt to tackle.”-Daisha
2. Advocates have long advocated for greater assistance and a better infrastructure for the homeless in NYC. Where do you see gaps in The Bronx and how could the city improve its efforts?
“There is a huge gap in preventing homelessness. As we have begun to work more, we listen to people’s stories and have learned that they could have been supported before becoming homeless. Black and Latinx communities are statistically more vulnerable to becoming homeless and with this are left to struggle to find stable housing.”
3. Is there a way New Yorkers can donate to you directly or help out at your events? (Note From Anthony: Feel free to plug PayPal or anything you mentioned having if comfortable)
“Donors can donate via multiple platforms. Our Venmo is @rebronx and our Cash App is $rebronx. “
4. You had a couple of events that had great turnout already, so what are your plans for new events or expansion opportunities in the coming months?
‘ReBronx wants to host similar events with more personal care kits being distributed. We hope to reach a point to have more consistent events where homeless people will know for sure we will be there for them.”
5. For anyone who notices a problem in their community and wants to help, but isn’t sure where to start, what advice can you give them?
‘Think small. It can be anything, but others will see the genuine interest in what you do and want to help. Even random acts of kindness can reassure someone in need that they are seen and wanted.”
6. Where can people find your next event?
“Our next event date has not been finalized, but we will be sure to mention it on Instagram. Follow us @rebronxorg! “
