Making good on her campaign promise last year to bridge the digital divide for NYCHA residents in her district, Councilwoman Julie Won launched her campaign to bring free WiFi with a sign-up event at the Woodside Houses.
More than 300 residents participated in the event on Saturday, July 30, and signed onto the Federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) during the Woodside Houses Friends & Family Day that drew Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, Congresswoman Nydia Velásquez, Comptroller Brad Lander, and Public Advocate Jumaane Williams.
“I began my journey into government with the mission to get all of our NYCHA neighbors free WiFi,” Won said. “COVID-19 proved that WiFi should be a public utility. As a new mom, no mother should be forced to choose between food on their table and access to hybrid learning for their child.”
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