Rafi Islam, an organizer with the Street Vendor Project in NYC, shares his journey from a Bengali street food vendor to advocating for vendor rights. He highlights the importance of legislative reforms to help street vendors secure licenses and decriminalize their work. Islam's involvement with the SVP began in 2016 after being recognized at the Vendy Awards. He continues to empower immigrant communities and prepare for challenges such as mass deportations, all while working towards the Street Vendor Reform package with coalition partners.
Rafi Islam emphasizes the critical role of street vendors in immigrant communities, advocating for legislative reforms that expand access to licenses and decriminalize vending in NYC.
Street Vendor Project aims not only to support vendors but also to educate them on rules and regulations, ensuring they are empowered in their businesses.
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