The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America will host an event focusing on homelessness. The event will feature a panel discussion that will address homelessness in the world today, and discuss practical ways people can help alleviate this crisis.
After the panel discussion there will be a Service Opportunities Fair, where attendees can learn more about the organizations providing services and opportunities to volunteer and get involved. The organizations will offer religious and secular opportunities.
WHEN:
Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 7 PM
WHERE:
Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity – Cathedral Center
337 East 74th Street, New York, NY 10021 (between 1st & 2nd Avenues)
WHO: Scheduled to participate on the panel are:
His Grace Bishop Apostolos of Medeia, Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
Maria Logus, Esq., President of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society
Dr. Sam Tsemberis, founder of Pathways Housing First
James Carras, Adjunct Lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School
WHY: The event is part of the new initiatives of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese on homelessness. The event is focused on providing an opportunity to learn about the crisis of homelessness in the United States of America, and specifically in New York City, while offering practical ways to respond to homelessness, through advocacy and volunteering, in the New York City metro area.
