On Broadway in Washington Heights, young people and officers from the neighborhood's precincts walk together in a symbolic march to rebuild trust, then turn to a fair of youth and family resources. Local nonprofit Faith Hope & Charity started Building Bridges with the NYPD in 2015, and its first walk drew 300+ people. If you live uptown and want to meet the people and services in your own neighborhood, this is the block to be on.
What to expect
Expect a closed block of Broadway with community organizations, city agencies and neighborhood officers on hand. The program's format pairs a short walk with a resource fair where families can learn about services for young people, and it's built for conversation between teens and police.
Good to know
- The 1 train's 181 St station is a few blocks south; the A train's 181 St stop is also nearby.
- Aimed at Washington Heights and Inwood youth and families, but it's an open community event.
- Bring questions: city agencies and community organizations typically staff the resource tables.
- Broadway between 185th and 186th Streets is closed to traffic during the event, so plan bus and car detours.
- Organizer Community Services with Faith Hope & Charity posts updates on Instagram at @fehopecharity.
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Common questions
What is Youth and Police Building Bridges?
A Washington Heights/Inwood program by Community Services with Faith Hope & Charity and the NYPD that creates monthly activities and events where youth and police can build positive relationships.
What happens at the event?
The program's signature format combines a symbolic walk signifying improved community relations with a fair highlighting resources available to youth and families.
