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Sarah L. Batchu is an American public servant, nonprofit leader, and advocate for healthcare and housing in New York City. She is a candidate for the New York City Council in the 2025 election, representing District 2.
Early Life and Education
Batchu was born to two physicians, whose dedication to community service shaped her understanding of public service as a "way of life" from a young age[1]. She graduated magna cum laude from Barnard College in 2016 with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. During her time at Barnard, she became involved in the campus sexual assault movement, advocating for initiatives to enhance safety and support systems for survivors. Batchu later earned a Master’s in Public Health with a focus on Sociomedical Sciences from Columbia University in 2022 [2].
Career
Batchu began her public service career at New York City Hall, focusing on challenges related to public housing and the city’s COVID-19 response. Key initiatives during her tenure included:
- Raising $1.5 million for programs supporting women, immigrants, and people with disabilities.
- Advocating for housing reforms, particularly for formerly justice-involved individuals.
- Developing and overseeing Get Help NYC, an online resource platform launched during the pandemic.
- Collaborating with public housing residents to strengthen tenant rights and involve them in renovation processes [3].
- Securing $7.2 million in rental assistance for tenants impacted by the pandemic [4].
Nonprofit Leadership
In 2022, Batchu joined the Lower Eastside Girls Club as Chief of Staff. She played a pivotal role in launching the Center for Wellbeing & Happiness, a community space dedicated to promoting intergenerational wellness and self-care[5]. Under her leadership:
- Class enrollments reached 80–100% capacity during the first six months.
- Nearly 1,000 community members were recruited and registered for free wellness programs.
- The center’s programs expanded significantly, enhancing its community impact[6].
Community Involvement
Batchu has been actively involved in local governance. She was appointed to Manhattan Community Board 3 in 2022, representing the Lower East Side and Chinatown. In 2023, she was elected First Vice Chair and currently chairs the Cannabis Control Task Force, where she oversees community engagement on dispensary licensing [7].
2025 City Council Campaign In December 2023, Batchu announced her candidacy for the New York City Council to represent District 2, which includes the East Village, Union Square, Gramercy, Kips Bay, Murray Hill, parts of the Lower East Side, and areas of Greenwich Village following redistricting. The primary election is scheduled for June 24, 2025, with early voting from June 14 to June 22, 2025[8].
Her campaign focuses on:
- Expanding access to healthcare.
- Promoting affordable and stable housing.
- Strengthening community resilience[9].
Batchu has lived in various parts of District 2, including Greenwich Village, Kips Bay, Gramercy, and the East Village, which she cites as shaping her understanding of her constituents' diverse needs[10]. She has received endorsements from local leaders, including Sabura Rashid, a playwright and NYCHA Tenant Association President of LES III on East 9th Street [11], [12].
Sarah L. Batchu | |
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| Born | March 4, 1994 Downers Grove, IL |
| Alma mater | Barnard College '16, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health '22 |
| Website | https://sarah.batchu.nyc/ |
References
[edit]- ^ https://sarahbatchu.nyc/meet-sarah/
- ^ https://sarahbatchu.nyc/meet-sarah/
- ^ https://citylimits.org/2024/04/19/opinion-fixing-nys-housing-crisis-doesnt-end-with-albany-budget-deal/
- ^ https://thevillagesun.com/save-beth-israel-coalition-holds-victory-march-after-recent-wins
- ^ https://www.centerforwellbeing.nyc/goodbye-from-sarah-batchu/
- ^ https://thevillagesun.com/charas-old-p-s-64-saved-whats-next-status-update
- ^ https://www.harlemworldmagazine.com/bp-levine-focus-on-inclusion-with-2022-class-of-appointments-to-manhattans-community-boards
- ^ https://thevillagesun.com/fundraising-race-is-tight-but-epstein-shows-local-clout-in-district-2-election
- ^ https://sarahbatchu.nyc/
- ^ https://eotb.substack.com/p/cb3-vice-chair-sarah-batchu-launches
- ^ https://citylimits.org/2022/02/17/opinion-stop-hoping-for-normal-and-start-fighting-for-a-health-revolution
- ^ https://citylimits.org/2024/04/19/opinion-fixing-nys-housing-crisis-doesnt-end-with-albany-budget-deal/