Community Corner
'She Helps The Orphans And Widows': Harlem Hero
We all know someone who's making a difference. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Harlem.
HARLEM, NY — When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.
Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.
This submission comes from Robert Jackson who nominated his partner, Habibou Jackson of Harlem.
Local hero’s full name
Habibou Jackson
Local hero’s home state
New York
Local hero’s Patch
Harlem
How do you know the local hero?
She is my partner
What does the local hero do?
She does hairbraiding and sponsors the youth in Burkina Faso
Why do you believe the local hero should be recognized or honored?
She helps the orphans and widows in Burkina Faso and Harlem as well. With food and education
What's one thing you want everyone to know about the local hero?
She a mother and a sister and love people
Thank you for all you do, Habibou Jackson!
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