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Patricia Arroyo Appointed as New Program Director at URI’s Hope House, Bringing Expertise & Compassion to Domestic Violence Support
New York, NY (August 19, 2024) – Urban Resource Institute (URI) is pleased to announce Patricia Arroyo as the new Program Director for Hope House, one of URI’s key domestic violence shelters. Patricia joins URI with a wealth of experience in social work, underpinned by a lifelong commitment to empowering families and communities. Patricia’s career in social services began in early intervention programs and continued with significant roles in Head Start programs in the Bronx. Balancing full-time work and raising three children, she pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor of Social Work from Lehman College and a Master of Social Work from Hunter College. In 2023, Patricia achieved her License Master of Social Work, marking a significant milestone in her professional journey.
“Patricia’s expertise and deep-seated passion for social justice make her an invaluable addition to our team at Urban Resource Institute and at Hope House,” said Lesley Samuel-Young, Vice President of URI’s Domestic Violence Residential Program. “Her proven leadership and dedication to improving the lives of individuals and families align perfectly with URI’s mission. We are thrilled to have her lead Hope House as we continue to provide safe and supportive environments for survivors.”
As Program Director, Patricia will oversee the administration of shelter programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a therapeutic environment that encourages safety and self-sufficiency among residents. Her role will be pivotal in developing innovative services that represent the best practices in supporting survivors of domestic violence.
About Urban Resource Institute:
Urban Resource Institute (URI) is a pioneering organization that transforms the lives of domestic violence survivors and homeless families by empowering individuals, families, and communities to break free from cycles of domestic violence, homelessness, poverty, and trauma. As the largest provider of domestic violence shelter services in the U.S. and a leading advocate for homeless services, URI impacts over 40,000 individuals annually through prevention, intervention, education, and direct services in both residential and non-residential settings in New York. URI is recognized as a thought-leader with influence across the U.S. and beyond. For more information, visit www.urinyc.org or follow on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Twitter.
For immediate assistance, please call NYC’s 24-hour Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-621-HOPE or the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE.
