This lecture is intended for those preparing to retire, as well as those curious, to gain a better understanding of their Social Security benefits. A representative from Social Security will present on various topics and there will be a question-and-answer segment.
Key topics covered:
1. Retirement, Spousal, Auxiliary & Survivor Benefits Overview
2. Scam Awareness and Protecting Yourself
3. How and When to Apply
September 30, 2025 @ 12:30pm – 1:30pm. Virtual program.
It is advised that attendees set up their own my Social Security to review their own earnings statement to ensure accuracy. Just follow the easy instructions in our fact sheet, How to Create an Online Account. This info session is presented by the Social Security Administration and sponsored by NYCMEA.
Advance RSVP is required. This event is for members only. Upon registration, each person will receive notification their registration is pending review. The office will manually review each registration to check the membership status and then a confirmation with the registration link will be sent. Each link is registered to the individual. Therefore, do not share the link. It can only be activated once.
Ravi Gopaul. Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration’s New York Region, is responsible for public outreach and education, and community engagement in Manhattan and Staten Island. He has over a decade of experience with SSA and currently works with community-based organizations, advocacy groups and employers to help people understand Social Security.
