Street Vendors Among Hardest Hit by Pandemic: Robin Hood CEO

The video discusses the severe impact of COVID-19 on street vendors in New York City, highlighting the lack of support from the CARES Act for undocumented workers and other vulnerable groups. Morgan Stanley and the Robin Hood Foundation have initiated efforts to provide financial aid to these vendors. The video also explores the resilience of NYC in overcoming past crises and the importance of community investment for recovery. It emphasizes the role of philanthropy in addressing systemic challenges and the need for policy changes to ensure equitable rebuilding.

What is the importance of community partners in the efforts to support street vendors?

How has the philanthropic community responded to the needs during the crisis?

What are some of the systemic challenges that the city faces, as mentioned in the text?