NYPIRG Brooklyn College

Tomorrow 06/17 @ 1 PM *VIRTUAL*- RSVP for training to become a counselor for the Small Claims Court Action Center, a free legal information hotline run by NYPIRG where we help guide people through consumer issues and how to file a case in court. The training is only 1 hour, and you only need to attend one training session. We hope to see you tomorrow!!

Join us for our third chapter meeting series where this week we will talk about the NYC subway system and redesign the subway map as a team! Learn more about NYPIRG’s Straphangers campaign and how we advocate for public transit equity!!!

Every Wednesday at 2 PM, NYPIRG will be hosting virtual Chapter Meetings to keep you updated on our campaigns. We will be hosting a workshop tomorrow on the importance of Community Boards, how to apply to them, and how they serve and empower our communities. RSVP using the link in BIO or the QR code on the post. See ya tomorrow!!

RSVP IN BIO 🔗 - JOIN THE FIGHT FOR A CUNY WE DESERVE! The city council budget negotiations is coming to an end this June. Join us as we engage with City Council members outside City Hall to encourage them to support a final city budget that includes infrastructure funding, increased academic advisors and more! Please feel free to DM us if you have any questions!

RSVP IN BIO: Tomorrow, NYPIRG will be hosting our first chapter meeting of the summer. Join us for a virtual workshop themed around the New York Primary Election happening Tuesday, June 23rd. We’ll be discussing what to expect on the ballot, who can participate, and what you’ll need to prepare yourself before Election Day. We hope to see you there!!

Attention Brooklyn College community!! Today, at 6:00 PM, transit advocates, local elected officials, workers, and bus riders will gather at Flatbush and Nostrand to demand faster and more reliable bus service on Flatbush Avenue. Organized by Riders Alliance and community partners, the rally will call on the city to follow through on long-promised bus improvements and prioritize the needs of daily riders.

On Thursday, May 14th, the New York Public Interest Research Group is hosting a “SEWstainability”, Upcycling Event to help students learn ways to repair and restyle damaged or unworn clothing. We want to bring awareness to textile pollution caused by the fast fashion industry and current consumer trends. Join us to try different methods that reduce waste, help save money, and practical new skills you can use in your everyday life. We hope to see you all there!

We are looking for help from the Brooklyn College community with donations on behalf of our graduating seniors. Many students are unable to walk across the commencement stage this year due to various complications. Help us spread the word that we are accepting caps, gowns, and other items students might need for commencement until the evening of 05/27. Thank you!

Meet the candidate for this year’s
NYPIRG Board Election at Brooklyn College! Voting ends next week Tuesday May 5th, so be sure to cast your vote using the link in our bio! 🗳️🗳️

Join NYPIRG this for the Energy Hog TourThursday at City Hall to defend the climate law!! We hope to see you there! RSVP Link in bio.