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7 on 7 - Unity in the Community
7 on 7 – Unity in the Community
Roosevelt Avenue Series
The NYC Office for the Prevention of Hate Crimes (OPHC) has launched 7 on 7 – Unity in the Community, a new initiative designed to strengthen trust, deepen understanding, and build resilience across New York City's diverse neighborhoods. The Roosevelt Avenue Series, focused on the communities connected by the 7 Train line, is the first installment of this broader initiative. While this opening series centers specifically on the 7 Train corridor, OPHC plans to expand this model to other transit pathways across the city, including both bus and subway routes, in future phases of the work.
This initial series responds to community concerns following recent law enforcement operations along Roosevelt Avenue related to alleged sex trafficking and unlicensed street vending. While these actions addressed urgent public safety issues, they also raised concerns about racial profiling, discrimination, and community trauma.
Roosevelt Avenue and the 7 Train line are home to some of the city's most culturally rich immigrant communities. When trust is strained, OPHC steps in to listen, convene, and support. The 7 on 7 – Unity in the Community: Roosevelt Avenue Series creates intentional spaces for dialogue, healing, and collaborative problem-solving that honor the lived experiences of the communities along this vital corridor.
About the Roosevelt Avenue Series
This seven-part dialogue series focuses on the communities whose identities, cultures, and stories shape the length of the 7 Train. Each gathering centers on a specific community's experiences and strengths while building deeper understanding, connection, and solidarity across neighborhoods.
The series engages:
- Southeast Asian communities
- East Asian communities
- LGBTQIA plus communities
- Latino and Hispanic communities
- Arab communities
- South Asian communities
- ONE Roosevelt: A Collective Gathering of All Communities
Across all sessions, OPHC provides:
- A safe and welcoming space for community members to share their lived experiences
- Tools and resources on hate crime prevention and response
- Opportunities for intergroup relationship-building and cultural pride
- Direct engagement with city agencies and public safety partners
Culminating Event: ONE Roosevelt
The final event in the series, ONE Roosevelt, brings together all six participating communities for a shared celebration of culture, resilience, and unity. This capstone gathering serves as:
- A collective space for healing and reflection
- A platform for storytelling, artistic expression, and community pride
- A launchpad for ongoing cross-cultural collaborations
Our Commitment
Through 7 on 7 – Unity in the Community, OPHC strengthens its mission to prevent hate, deepen understanding, and partner with communities to create a safer and more inclusive New York City. The Roosevelt Avenue Series is the first of what will become a citywide model, with future series planned along additional NYC transit pathways where communities naturally interact and connect.
By beginning with the communities along the 7 Train line, this initiative uplifts voices often left out of public safety conversations and helps shape strategies that are equitable, community informed, and grounded in trust.
As Executive Director Vijah Ramjattan notes,
"Together, we can rebuild trust, strengthen community ties, and foster a city where all New Yorkers feel seen, safe, and valued."
Call to Action
OPHC invites residents, community partners, faith leaders, small businesses, and city agencies to take part in this inaugural series of 7 on 7 – Unity in the Community. Whether by attending dialogue sessions, sharing resources with neighbors, or supporting outreach efforts, your participation helps strengthen community bonds along the 7 Train corridors and throughout New York City.
To get involved or learn more about partnership opportunities, contact OPHC@mocj.nyc.gov or visit nyc.gov/stophate.
Together, we can honor the dignity, resilience, and shared humanity of the communities we serve and build a foundation for citywide unity.