Brooklyn D.A. Hails Shlucha

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Singled out by Brooklyn, N.Y., residents as an “extraordinary woman” for inspiring others to add goodness to the world, Chabad-Lubavitch of Sea Gate co-director Rivkah Brikman is one of 31 women to be celebrated each day this month in the lobby of the district attorney’s office.

Kings County D.A. Charles J. Hynes made the announcement in recognition of Women’s History Month, unveiling a huge calendar in the lobby of 350 Jay Street. Each of the calendar’s days is dedicated to a local woman.

According to a press release from his office, Hynes bestowed the title of Special Ambassador to each of the 31 women, who include educators, mediators, fundraisers, community activists, founders of non-profit organizations, motivational speakers, doctors, nurses and social workers.

“The women come from neighborhoods all throughout Brooklyn. The honorees all have one thing in common,” said Hynes. “They make Brooklyn a better place to live.”

In describing Brikman’s accomplishments, the D.A.’s office hailed a litany of programs that the Chabad-Lubavitch emissary oversees:

“Rivkah Brikman is co-director of Chabad by the Ocean which services the communities of Sea Gate and Coney Island in Brooklyn. A mother of three, she has also acted as a mother to anyone in need.

“For 20 years, she has been influential in drawing people together to do acts of goodness and kindness. Rivkah has been instrumental in starting and directing the following innovative organizations and projects: SOS (Smile on seniors) which pairs teenagers with a senior; Chabad Teen Club, which offers teenagers recreation, and many worthwhile projects in Sea Gate and Coney Island; JKC (Jewish Kids Club) an educational group for young children to learn through crafts, games and more; and JLI (Jewish Learning Institute) which offers adult education.

“Rivkah’s deep commitment to the community includes visiting the sick in hospitals throughout New York City and advising and referring individuals and families to appropriate social services.”