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Agency Testimony

OPHC Director Ramjatin: PATH anchor partners and community impact

New York City Council · Jun 23, 2026 · starts 0:09:48 · 1 min 15 sec

Ramjatin names PATH's six anchor partners including the 67th Precinct Clergy Council, JCRC, NY Anti-Violence Project, Arab American Association, Asian American Federation, and Hispanic Federation. He explains how trusted community organizations help prevent conflict escalation and build resilience against hate.

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

What makes PATH successful is that it is led by trusted organizations, deeply rooted in the communities they serve.

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

These organizations are often the first places

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

residents turn to for support, information, and healing after experiencing bias or hate.

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

Co-part path partners, including the 67th Prison Clergy Council, the Jewish Community Relations Council, JCRC, the New York Anti-Violence Project, the Arab American Association of New York,

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

the Asian American Federation, and the Hispanic Federation work together to combat anti-Semitism, anti-LGBTQ plus hate, Islamophobia, anti-Asian hate, anti-Arab hate,

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

anti-Black racism, and other forms of bias while fostering inclusion, solidarity, and safety for all New Yorkers.

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

The impact extends beyond any single event.

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

When communities have trusted relationships, know where to seek help, and feel connected to one another,

Member of the Public - Vijay Ramjatin

They are better equipped to prevent conflicts from escalating, support victims when incidents occur, and build resilience against hate and bias.