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.
12-year-old Gloria was struggling academically, and was anxious about going to school because she was being bullied. Now that she is in a safe, supportive environment and receiving the services she needs to learn, Gloria is much happier and making progress in school!
“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!”
