Our Policy Work.
Fighting for a New York that puts children first
Fighting for a New York that puts children first
Our policy team calls attention to the most pressing issues impacting children and families by analyzing budgets, developing policy priorities, working closely with coalitions and partners throughout the state, and advocating directly with elected leaders to make policy change. Through this work, we ensure government leaders prioritize policies, budgets and legislation that make New York a better place for children and families.
Our Latest Policy Publications
How Children and Families Fared in the NYS 2023-24 Budget
Budget Analysis & Priorities
May 17, 2023
On May 4, 2023 the Governor and State Legislature adopted the $229 billion SFY 2023-2024 budget. In some areas, we saw c …
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Overview of the New York City Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget
Budget Analysis & Priorities
May 09, 2023
On April 26th, Mayor Adams released his $106.7 billion Fiscal Year 2024 Executive Budget proposal. At the beginning o …
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Testimony on the City Council’s Mental Health Roadmap
Testimony & Public Comments
May 04, 2023
On Thursday, May 4th, Associate Executive Director of Policy and Advocacy Alice Bufkin provided testimony in front of th …
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Solutions Not Suspensions
Testimony & Public Comments
May 03, 2023
On Friday May 12th, Policy and Advocacy associates, Rebecca Charles and Caitlyn Passaretti, submitted written testimony …
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