"Education is one of the strongest tools we have. I look forward to hosting events that inform residents about tenant protections, housing quality, and how they can advocate for themselves and their families."
"Nobody knows anybody's situation. I don't want anyone to have to feel like they're less than because they got an eviction letter on the door."
"This role is perfect because I'm advocating for people who can't be seen or heard."
Marie Theodore has been appointed as the Housing and Block Associations Committee Chair for NYC's Community Board 17. Her initiatives will prioritize tenant education, housing advocacy, and enhancing neighborhood block associations. Theodore plans to host workshops to help residents understand tenant protections and navigate housing assistance programs. She opposes the public posting of eviction notices due to the humiliation it causes. Operating from Room43 Event Space, she aims to provide community programming and support for residents, drawing on her public relations experience to advocate for marginalized voices.
Read at Brooklyn, NY Patch
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