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Protecting every child’s right to learn

Advocates for Children of New York has a singular vision: an equitable and inclusive school system where all students receive the education they need to maximize their potential as adults.

We fight for families

For more than 50 years, we have fought beside NYC families from under-resourced communities through a unique combination of services, all focused on protecting education rights and eliminating barriers to success so all students can thrive.
  • Anselmo's Story

    "Without my AFC advocate, I would not have even known there were programs available for students like Anselmo."

    anselmo in front of niagra falls, wearing a purple yankees cap and glasses
  • Hamza's Story

    “When I look back, what I mostly remember is being frustrated and angry that I wasn’t learning the way the other kids seemed to be.  My mom knew from when I was in pre-school that I was not progressing the way I should be.”

  • Micaela's Story

    Micaela was quickly enrolled in a specialized dual language ICT class where native English speakers and Spanish speakers, with and without disabilities, are learning together in both languages.

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