New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the reappointment of Cecile Noel as commissioner of the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV). In that role, she will continue the office’s work of coordinating a citywide response to domestic and gender-based violence, enhancing prevention efforts, and developing innovative and responsive programming to support survivors throughout New York City.
Domestic and gender-based violence includes intimate partner violence, family violence, sexual violence, stalking, human trafficking, female genital mutilation/cutting, and other forms of gender-based violence.
“Domestic and gender-based violence is another public health crisis that has been exacerbated by the COVID pandemic, and we must take a coordinated, holistic approach to addressing it,” said Mayor Adams. “Cecile Noel has spent her career advocating for survivors and victims, and I am proud to reappoint her as commissioner to deepen the efforts of ENDGBV.”
“It is difficult to articulate the impact domestic and gender-based violence has on children, adults, and families; my heart breaks for every New Yorker touched by these issues,” said Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Anne Williams-Isom. “Know that we are here to uplift and support you, and Commissioner Noel is committed to reaching every person and family in need. I commend her service, look forward to continuing to work together, and am grateful for the whole team at ENDGBV.”
“I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to continue to lead the city’s response to domestic and gender-based violence,” said ENDGBV Commissioner Noel. “Alongside our critical partners and with my incredible team, ENDGBV will continue to enhance responses to meet the needs of survivors in every community and strengthen prevention efforts so that we can work toward a goal of ending gender-based violence in New York City. I look forward to working with Mayor Adams, Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Anne Williams-Isom, and my colleagues across all sectors to continue to innovate and coordinate our approaches, while ensuring unwavering support for survivors.”
“Commissioner Noel has been a vital partner through my many years of city service, as she has worked tirelessly toward our shared goal of serving and uplifting some of New York’s most vulnerable communities,” said Department of Social Services Commissioner Gary P. Jenkins. “This administration’s recognition of her invaluable role in addressing domestic and gender-based violence is a testament to her strong leadership and incredible dedication to serving New Yorkers in need. As she continues to lead this critical effort, I look forward to working together to combat one of the key drivers of homelessness, as we build a more inclusive, equitable, and safe city for all New Yorkers.”
“I am so pleased that Mayor Eric Adams has reappointed Cecile Noel to continue the city’s efforts to end domestic and gender-based violence as the commissioner of ENDGBV,” said Administration for Children’s Services (ACS) Commissioner Jess Dannhauser. “In my work with young people and families, I have often relied on Commissioner Noel’s vast expertise and abiding support. We at ACS look forward to continuing to build our partnership and collaboration, to keep children and families safe.”
“Cecile Noel has been a tremendous partner with my office, supporting our numerous domestic violence initiatives and coordinated trainings and consistently participating in our annual 5k Run/Walk/Roll for Domestic Violence Awareness,” said Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark. “Our collaboration has been instrumental in successfully providing services for survivors through the co-located Bronx Family Justice Center. She has shown innovative approaches to preventing and stemming this sensitive, traumatic crime that plagues the Bronx more than other boroughs.”
“The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence plays an essential role helping vulnerable victims escape abuse, neglect, and violence, and Commissioner Cecile Noel has been an outstanding partner with my office,” said Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez. “A tireless advocate and skilled leader, Commissioner Noel has worked to ensure that our Family Justice Center provides a safe, one-stop resource for victims. She has also collaborated with us to develop inclusive programs to prevent violence and abuse, and to help survivors reclaim their lives. The people of our city will benefit greatly from her continued service leading this vital agency, and I commend Mayor Adams on his outstanding choice.”
“We applaud Mayor Adams’ decision to reappoint Commissioner Noel. My office has worked closely with her on several initiatives to ensure that all survivors of domestic and gender-based violence know that they are not alone,” said Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz. “Together, we have ensured that survivors have access to safety planning, shelter assistance, and counseling. We are grateful for Commissioner Noel’s leadership and look forward to continuing to strengthen our partnership with the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence.”
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