Opinion
Opinion
Finding the joy in social change
How to balance the challenges and fulfillment that come with nonprofit work.
Fundraising
Attracting the best fundraising candidate in a competitive talent market
Here’s how to approach the best recruits in a post-COVID-19 working environment.
Nonprofits
Editor’s Note: Missing the 9/11 Tribute Museum
The museum’s location in lower Manhattan was closed just about a month before this year’s observance of the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Opinion
Anatomy of an apology
A restorative justice practitioner examines Will Smith’s latest message regarding the infamous "Oscar slap."
Opinion
Closing the tech gap in NYC starts with expanding K-12 computing education
With a boom in tech jobs during the coronavirus pandemic, preparing New Yorkers from underrepresented communities for these positions should be a top priority for the city.
Opinion
The argument for more electric vehicle charging stations in NYC
Being intentional about placing stations in communities that need them most, city leaders can address access, environmental, health and equity issues head on.
Immigration
Editor’s Note: Migrants arriving in NYC deserve their day in court
Nonprofits working with the new arrivals have received hundreds of improperly addressed asylum hearing notices.
Nonprofits
Commentary: The last week of August is a good time to take off and get deep about your nonprofit
Use those seven days to take a breather and consider the false choice between taking care of ourselves and meeting our missions. Holding both requires new ways of leading.
Opinion
The fate of ‘New York’s Bravest’ lost on 9/11 and its sobering lessons
A new book, ‘Don’t Look Back’ by former investigative Daily News reporter Joe Calderone, offers a look at how the city responds to and learns from a disaster, so it can improve its response to future emergencies.
Opinion
The removal of women and gender-expansive people from Rikers Island takes on a new urgency
After 11 deaths at the city jail, the population’s exit from the Rose M. Singer Center needs to be prioritized.
Nonprofits
Preventing reimprisonment of formerly incarcerated individuals starts with higher-paying jobs
The city should work with unions and re-entry providers to create work opportunities that facilitate and track long-term success.
Opinion
Revamping how we teach reading must be fundamental to NYC DOE reforms
Mayor Eric Adams and Schools Chancellor David Banks took promising first steps by proposing a shift to an evidence-based reading curriculum and comprehensive dyslexia screenings.
Opinion
The equitable dilemma of NYC’s potholes
How are potholes linked to equity? New York City is a prime example of how they are.
Opinion
Foster kids need more educational help now
New York City has fully funded its Fair Futures program, but must still include tutoring in addition to coaching
Opinion
Understanding the nuances of mental health are key for COVID-19 recovery
The 2022-23 State Budget showed a clear indication that New York policymakers have been paying attention to concerns levied by health care providers during the pandemic, but more must be done.
Opinion
Thousands of detained New Yorkers are eligible to vote. Few likely will.
A lack of reporting and adequate voter assistance materials that plagues jail facilities throughout the state leaves doubts that many incarcerated individuals will cast ballots in the upcoming primary elections
Opinion: Adams’ blueprint for affordable housing embraces holistic approach to help New Yorkers
The mayor’s plan was not just created by ideas and voices from city government but includes input from NYCHA residents, homeless New Yorkers, non-profit leaders, developers and everyday New Yorkers.
Opinion
A successful 2030 New York State census starts now
An earlier start will allow for better planning and infrastructure statewide and set the stage for a smoother process.
Opinion
