Job Responsibilities
How do they represent the people of NYC?
He advocates or supports them by speaking up for them about their wants or problems.
What positive impacts have they made in the community?
The public advocate has listened to other peoples problems and has worked to solve them.
What other organizations are they a part of?
Working Families Party, Hotel Trades Council, NYLCV (New York League of Conservation Voters).
What high school did they attend?
Brooklyn Technical High School.
When is their birthday?
May 11, 1976.
What are their main responsibilities in NYC government?
The NYC Public Advocate acts as a watchdog serving as a link to the public and the goverment.
What improvements have they made in NYC?
improving affordable housing, immigrant rights, and supporting vulnerable communities.
What awards have they received?
Community Justice Advocate Award, Recognition from VNS Health MLTC, "40 Under 40" Rising Star. And more!
What college did they attend?
Brooklyn College
What city and state were they born in?
Brooklyn, New York.
How do they help make laws, budgets, or policies?
The NYC Public Advocate influences laws, budgets, and policies by suggesting legislation to the city council
How have they helped make NYC safer or better?
The NYC Public Advocate has helped make the city safer and better by raising awareness for police accountability, and recommending solutions to the city council.
What legislation or policies have they supported?
Community Safety Act, Ban on Solitary Confinement, Crisis Management System, and more!
What year did they graduate high school?
1994
Do they have any siblings? (if they have siblings, how many for 100 extra points?)
yes, and for extra points, he has one brother.
What decisions do they help make for the city?
investigating complaints, holding agencies accountable.
What problems have they helped solve in the city?
Lack of Oversight for the NYPD, Bias-Based Profiling, Inhumane Jail Conditions, and Ineffective Mental Health Crisis Response.
What issues have they helped solve?
Inhumane Jail Conditions, Landlord Harassment and Unsafe Conditions, Housing Discrimination, and wayyy more!
What year did they graduate college?
2001 with his first degree (Bachelors), and 2005 with his second degree (Masters).
What is their mom’s name?
Patricia Williams.
What groups or departments do they work with?
Housing and buildings, Public Services and Infrastructure, Human and Social Services, and Law Enforcement and Justice.
How have they helped NYC grow or develop?
by ensuring that NYC growth is achievable, sustainable, and inclusive for everyone.
What recognitions have they earned for their leadership?
Civic Leader Award, Recognition from VNS Health MLTC, Community Justice Advocate Award, and "40 Under 40" Rising Star!
What was their major in college
Political Science (awarded in 2001) And Urban Policy and Administration (awarded in 2005)
What is their dad’s name?
Dr. Gregory Alistair Williams