Opinion
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
Kids and communities at risk without expanded mental health services
We need to invest in better training for anyone who comes in contact with children in mental crisis
The fight for Just Pay
Why human service workers deserve our continued investment
Nonprofits
I’m not feeling a barbecue this Fourth of July
Two words resonate for me during these challenging times: action and community
Opinion
A call for action that delivers healthy food to New Yorkers
Ensuring food access for everyone experiencing food insecurity is a challenge that can only be achieved through collaborative efforts
Leader to Leader: Susan Stamler on the evolution of the settlement house movement and where it stands today
The executive director of United Neighborhood Houses speaks with NYN Media
Criminal justice
Reform doesn’t stop at the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act
Criminalized domestic abuse survivors call for the passing of legislation that will end mandatory minimums and grant a second look when being sentenced in court.
Nonprofits
PASSPort Public sheds light on procurement
Here’s a look at how the city has made this important step towards transparency and accountability
Nonprofits
Living wages for human services workers are needed now
More funding from the city can establish equitable prevailing wages across the entire contracted human services sector
Reflecting back on those who embodied the history of advocacy for the LGBTQI+ community at CUNY
Noting these graduates and others as Pride is celebrated this month underscores why it’s vital to support the next generation of leaders and activists
Nonprofits
Enhancing the state Division of Veterans' Services is long overdue
As an independent department, the division will no longer be under-resourced and will better reach New York’s veterans.
Nonprofits
OPINION: New NYC Budget is a win for human services. But we can do better
The 4% cost-of-living adjustment that’s coming (after none for three years) still falls short, especially with inflation
Nonprofits
Commentary: Reflections on parenting to widen one’s perspective on nonprofit board work
As children grow older, I and other parents in my Brooklyn neighborhood shifted to purpose-driven parenting, opening ourselves up to caring about the full community, city, country, and planet.
Nonprofits
