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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.
  • Mia's Story

    Now that she is in an appropriate program that can meet her needs, Mia loves preschool, has made enormous progress, and is no longer getting in trouble.

  • Angenis' Story

    "Angenis has made great progress and is finally reading. He is much more confident and happy now, and I have hope for his future."

  • 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."

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