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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.
  • Caleb's Story

    "Hopefully our differently abled students will benefit from this increased awareness, and appropriate and inclusive programs and services will become more widely available."

  • Jonatan's Story

    With AFC's support and his older brother's advocacy, Jonatan was able to enroll in school and work towards his diploma

  • Joseph's Story

    “Joseph has flourished over the past six months! Thank you for working so diligently on his case and securing this last year of support services.  I'm certain he wouldn't have made this progress if you hadn't worked so hard to provide him the opportunity to work and achieve!”

    Hands of a toddler playing with wooden animals and dinosaurs. (Photo by cottonbro studio via Pexels)

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