As we go through each episode, we're talking about emerging resources in our community, and we'll continue posting them here.
- 鈥� Find out if the person you're talking to is trying to use fears about the virus to scam people. Albuquerque's Consumer Financial Protection Initiative is keeping track.
- If you think you got scammed, report it to the
- 鈥� Want to help make sure the state's seniors get food? You can volunteer
- Read the issued Monday, March 23. Is your business or workplace on the state's list of ? And what does it mean when the governor says ""
- has financial info and updates for business owners and workers
- has options and advice for folks
- Need help with an eviction? : (505) 633-6694 or : (505) 265-2300
- And if you're healthy and you want to help, your local food bank is looking for volunteers, says Secretary McCamley.
- Looking for lessons for your kids? Head to this instructional content platform:
- Free science lessons from (K-5)
- And here's a list of places offering
- Albuquerque Public Schools
- Mutual Aid in Albuquerque:
- Rent relief & utility assistance from the city of Albuquerque. Dial 311 for help.
- Donate to the rental assistance program. Mail donations to any of these around the city. Make checks payable to: FCS Health and Social Services.
- The NM Craft Responders are using to make masks. Reach out to them via
- Counseling services for students at unm:
- (NY Times)
- Barron Jones from the ACLU:
- People in prison or jail鈥攐r their families鈥攃an reach out to Millions For Prisoners New Mexico through or by emailing:
- Here's a list from CYFD of in the state. They're still open. And if you have resources to share, they could use some donations.
- The launched its COVID 19 resource center for tribes. It's here:
- Here's the Navajo Nation website:
- Look into the
- The CDC is saying people should wear masks when out of the house now. Find a pattern and get some tips to make your own or help make them for people who are providing essential services by emailing the network of folks working on this: .
- Trying to figure out if you should get tested for COVID, or if you should go to the hospital because your symptoms are getting worse? Call the Department of Health Hotline: 1-855-600-3453
- put out the call today asking for food or monetary donations, saying their backstock was almost depleted.
April 3: What's Changing In What You Care About?
- The state has guaranteed . So if you don鈥檛 have health insurance, don鈥檛 let that stop you from seeking care. It also covers illnesses related to COVID, like flu or pneumonia.
- If you get billed for it, and you think it鈥檚 unfair, call the OSI Managed Health Care Bureau at 1-855-427-5674
April 6: The Roof And The Lights
- Donate to the to help support people trying to pay rent or save their businesses.
- And here's info on how to get assistance with rent:
- For help with your PNM utility bill:
April 7: Environmental Protection Rollbacks
EPA says regulated industries can regulate themselves when it comes to air and water and other environmental concerns right now. NMED says the state's compliance checks are limited too, because folks who work there are social distancing. You're not supposed to be going out looking for polluters. But if you happen to see something, here's who to call:
- New Mexico Environment Department: 505-827-2855 鈥� 1-800-219-6157
- Environmental emergencies (24/7): 505-827-9329
And if you have concerns about pollution in your community, reach out to longtime environment reporter Laura Paskus on Twitter or .
- If you're in New Mexico and looking for a loan to stay afloat, the state will act as a guarantor through the
- Manufacturers and retailers in communities that are smaller than 10,000 can access the state's right now, too.
- The state's has all kinds of other resources, too.
- Support the state's local businesses by purchasing gift cards to help them stay afloat through
- Small businesses in Albuquerque with less than five employees can also look for the city's . Those are $5,000 grants鈥攏ot loans鈥攕o you don't have to pay them back. Mayor Tim Keller told YNMG that they're trying to find more cash for that fund.
April 9: ICE Detention, Migrants And Refugees
- Find on the city's Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs Facebook page.
- El Centro de Igualdad y Derechos offers up a about understanding unemployment benefits right now.
- Donate to a relief fund for local families who are undocumented at
- Nationally, the is pushing for people to be released from ICE detention
- A quick search on reveals many local campaigns with specific aims helping refugees and immigrants who live in our community.
- 516 Arts is giving 60 artists $1,000 each from the
- The 's got the hookup on virtual concerts.
- The is offering , and the state鈥檚 natural wonders. You can even check them out in virtual reality.
- Journalists, find funds to keep the newsroom open or money for bills and food:
- Check out the stories from Richard Reyes and his crew:
- Help keep the Santa Fe Reporter afloat:
- to the Islamic Center of New Mexico
- Here's the Archdiocese of Santa Fe's
- Hit up the to find out how to help with the Farm to Food Bank program
- Connect with
- through Legacy Church
April 15: Essential, Just Not Paid Like It
- Have you experienced a short check? Wage theft? You can call the federal : , 1-866-487-2365, the state鈥檚 : , or Albuquerque鈥檚 Legal Department: (505) 768-4500).
- If you're experiencing discrimination or harassment, you can report it to the federal : , 1-800-669-4000, the state's : 1-800-566-9471, or : (505) 768-3307.
- For occupational health and safety violations, look to : , 1-800-321-6742. Or if you were injured on the job, the : , 505-827-3600.
- Or if you experience retaliation for speaking out, the : , 1-844-762-NLRB.
- The can also hear your claims about unsafe conditions and wage theft: , 505-255-2840
- Workers rights advocates at are ready to help, too: . They have offices in Santa Fe, Roswell and Hobbs.
- And of course, also helps workers facing exploitation, wage theft, injury ... all of it: , 505-246-1627
- And don't forget: Here's where you can in New Mexico for the next 49 days.
April 16: The Systems Aren't Colorblind, But Coronavirus Is
- For the New Mexico Asian Family Center, head to their website: or find them on
- For more info on mistreatment in medical care situations, the has the info.
- To see how you can offer help to the Navajo Nation go to: .
- Go to for information on emergency supply sourcing and manufacturing
- Want to pitch in with AFRL Maker Hub on the Kirtland Air Force Base? Head to or find them on
- is an off-base hub powered by
- Head to to see how you can help their great efforts
- Look up for more info on these Medical Equipment Manufactures in Albuquerque
- Do you want to help out from home? Well, look up for info from Craft Responders and other local makers about what they need. Plus, there are mask-making tips is you鈥檙e trying to sew one at home.
April 21: Checking For Those Checks
- If you are in need of help or information from the Small Business Administration,
- For information on SNAP benefits, , or call 800-283-4465
- To get enrolled for unemployment in New Mexico, .
April 22: Walking The COVID Beat
- Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless has coronavirus resources. For information on how you can volunteer or donate head to
- Here's the , which works statewide. And here's .
- The City of Albuquerque has set up 18 new portable restrooms stocked with hand sanitizer. Here's where those are located:
- , 4th and Mountain
- , 2nd and Iron
- 1st and Central
- Coronado Park
- I-40 and 12th Street trail
- , Zuni and California
- Mesa Verde Park
- Wilson Park
- Central and Eubank
- Eubank Tunnels
- Central and Juan Tabo
- Central and Tramway
- Central and Sunset
- Phil Chacon Park
- Central and Coors
April 23: To Be Heard And Counted
- has the census questionnaire. It's quick and easy.
- Be entertained while you go about your civic duty by heading to
- Request your absentee ballot so you can vote by mail .
- And if you need a grocery card, check out the
April 24: Sports Sports Sports
- Learn more about Affirmative Athletics here:
- Are you a high school athlete who still has dreams of playing college sports? KRQE has an article with tips on .
- Check out Athletes For Relief to see how sports stars from around the country are helping out:
- Volunteer with the Department of Aging and Long Term Services by heading to or call 1-800-432-2080.
- Get info on community gardens and seed exchanges over at head
- Discover the good work being done at the SouthWest Organizing Project by heading to
- To help out at the International District Urban Agriculture Project, scope
- To donate your time, money, or goods at Roadrunner Food Bank, go to
- For more info on Food Is Free Albuquerque, head to
- Stay up-to-date with the Agri-Cultura Network here:
April 28: Hail The Hospital Workers!
- If you're a health care worker who wants more info on the union, head to
- If you're a hospital worker and need help with child care or other basics, head to
- Learn more about
- Online recovery meetings: , , , ... there are so many.
- You can also call into many online meetings with your phone, and your local AA can point you in the right direction.
- Find Crossroads for Women at or call 505-242-1010.
- Or, check in with : 505-266-0110
- CARE Detox center in Albuquerque is still taking folks: (505) 468-1555
- Find Health and Human Services in Rio Arriba County through or call (505) 753-3143
- New Mexico Crisis and Access Line can hook you up with mental health or substance abuse resources: 1-855-nm-crisis.
- If you are not having an emergency but want to connect with someone, check out the Peer-To-Peer Warmline: 1-855-4nm-7100. They鈥檙e ready to take your call between 3:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. daily, or you can text someone there between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m.
April 30: The People Beyond The Numbers
- Anyone who is feeling alone or down or who just needs to talk to someone, check in with : 1-855-4NM-7100. They鈥檙e open between 3:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. every day. They also can do text conversations with you between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m.
- If you鈥檙e in crisis, the number there is 1-855-NMcrisis. That one is open around the clock, every day of the year.
- If you鈥檙e a hospital worker or a first responder and you want to talk to someone, that鈥檚 a phone call away, too. That number is: 1-855-507-5509.
- The state offers a whole bunch of free resources for people who are grieving through the with the Office of the Medical Investigator. They offer counseling and therapy, crisis intervention, referrals, group facilitation and advocacy. Reach out there by calling 1-800-432-5239.
May 4: Reopening At A Spring Fever Pitch
- Head to for the latest info on the status of city services and resources.
- For info on the state's response and next moves, head to .
- Do you have a COVID-related health insurance question? The state's Insurance Office launched a hotline, open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. If you have a grievance about premium payments, your coverage ending, benefits being denied or surprise bills, call 1-833-415-0566. It's also good for info about how to get health insurance coverage if you don't have any.
- Check out Anna Willoughby and her team's
May 5: When Home Isn't A Safe Place to Shelter
- If you鈥檙e experiencing violence at home or in a relationship, you can reach the Domestic Violence Resource Center at 505-248-3165 or at
- If you鈥檙e a UNM student, you can contact the Lobo Respect Advocacy Center 24 hours a day at 505-277-2911
- National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-safe (7233)
- UNM mental health: 505-272-2800
- Alcoholics Anonymous: 505-266-1900
- Agora New Mexico Crisis Center: 505-277-3013
- Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-773-3645
- Child Abuse Hotline: 505-841-6100
- Adult Protective Services: 1-866-654-3219 or 1-505-476-4912
- City of Albuquerque Senior Information Line: 505-764-6400
- New Mexico Crisis and Access Line: 855-662-7474
May 7: Still Behind the Walls
- People in prison or jail鈥攐r their families鈥攃an reach out to Millions For Prisoners New Mexico through Facebook or by emailing: millionsforprisonersnm@gmail.com
May 13: A Test You Can't Study For
To get in info on the American Association for Clinical Chemistry head to: .
They have videos that explain coronavirus and antibody testing:
To learn more about Tricore head to
Read Julia Goldberg's article "Model Citizens" at the Santa Fe Reporter
Head to to learn more about the testing offered to everyone in the state.
May 14: Get Covered
- If you are in the need of health insurance here are some avenues for you:
- Check out the insurance portal for the state at or call 1-(833) 862-3935
- The New Mexico medicaid portal is
- For more info on the office of the superintendent of insurance , their hotline is 833-415-0566
- No-cost medicaid coverage is available for low-income new mexicans at or 1-(855) 637-6574.
- You can sign up for coverage through the nm medicaid insurance pool at or 1 (844) 728-7896
- You can find help at the new mexico center for law and poverty at
- Health action new mexico has a blog that can help walk you through your insurance questions. Head to
鈥婱ay 22: Race, Privilege and Reopening
- If you want to hear more from Tim Wise or check out one of his books head to
- Showing Up For Racial Justice, a multi-racial network of people organizing white folks for racial and social justice. Check out what the local chapter is doing at the Facebook page "SURJ ABQ."
- The Albuquerque Friends Meeting, the local Quaker organization, has a Whiteness Study Group, and they've got resources on building anti-racist, multicultural faith communities.
- The Santa Fe Community Foundation has a whole course on unlearning racism and understanding privilege.
- There's a great podcast series called "Seeing White" that takes a deep dive into the history of whiteness in America and its violent legacy through to today. Find a link to that podcast on the show page, and an interview Hannah Colton had with its producer, John Biewen this week.
- And check out the national network mobilizing white men to learn, grow and take action against white supremacy and patriarchy, Organizing White Men for Collective Liberation
May 29: Faith in the System
- Read more from Tim Wise by heading to or head to
- Hit up the to read the work from Julia Goldberg and Katherine Lewin
- Reveal news has a story about which states got ppp money just head to
- You can catch Gene Grant on air at New Mexico PBS. If you want to watch past episodes of New Mexico in focus just head to
- THE PRIMARY IS ON TUESDAY! to read the league of women voters online voter guide head to
- Take the implicit bias test created by Harvard researchers:
- Educate yourself with the book by Mahzarin R. Banaji and Anthony G. Greenwald
- Check out the
- Check out , focusing on criminal justice reform, racial justice and education.
June 10: Men With Rifles
- Read Daily Lobo's on New Mexico State Police snipers atop UNM buildings during Black Lives Matter protests.
June 11: Defund De-Militarize Dismantle
Learn more about Positive Policing at their website or email Darryl Deloach directly at info@positivepolicing.solutions
Read the text of Albuquerque City Councilor Lan Sena鈥檚 .
Do you know about ? It鈥檚 a worldwide celebration of the end of slavery in the U.S. Follow our to find out about Albuquerque鈥檚 celebration coming up June 20th.
June 12: Keeping An Eye On You
Learn more about including a link to his Twitter.
If you want to find out more about race in artificial intelligence and technology check out
Get more details on of internet bots, good and bad.
Want to become 鈥渄igitally intelligent鈥� when it comes to managing your online data? Check out
Want That's not enough? Find more tips for online privacy , , , and .
June 17: Criminal Justice Reform
Check out Jeff Proctor鈥檚 article 鈥溾�� covering the rise of COVID-19 cases in New Mexico鈥檚 prisons and the Governor鈥檚 response.
Read on Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham鈥檚 tactics for fighting coronavirus, including the fight for federal resources.
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- Learn more about history
June 22: The Special Universe of this Legislative Session
Watch New Mexico in focus on New Mexico PBS. Check out past episodes and other content by heading to
Plus, New Mexico PBS has been live-streaming so you can see the legislative session for yourself. Scope the New Mexico in Focus page on Facebook.
Check out Common Cause New Mexico chapter head to
Read great articles from Matt Reichbach and other journalists by heading to to catch up on all the legal happenings in the state
If you need a refresher on the legislature, find any of the episodes of this shows pre-covid to hear our daily updates during the last legislative session. They鈥檙e over at /, or find them in your podcasts
June 24: The Balls That Dropped
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June 25: The One That Got Away
Learn more about the PPE supply efforts of
Read articles by Carol Wight for the
Watch the TED-X ABQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8rPKQA9Fso" target="_blank">talk given by Deborah Kuidis
Check out the reporting from Yasmin Khan
