Policy Resources - Advocates for Children of New York

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AFC Comments on the 2026 NYC Preliminary Racial Equity Plan

AFC submitted comments to the Mayor’s Office of Equity & Racial Justice regarding the 2026 New York City Preliminary Racial Equity Plan. Our comments focus primarily on the goals regarding NYC Public Schools, particularly in the areas of special education, school climate and social-emotional learning, and literacy instruction.

May 5, 2026

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AFC Testifies on School Safety

Today, AFC is testifying before the New York City Council Committee on Education and Committee on Public Safety on ensuring schools are safe and supportive for all students and staff. Our testimony calls on the City to invest in restorative justice, mental health services, and positive behavioral interventions, which are proven to strengthen school climate.

Apr 29, 2026

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Приоритеты городского бюджета на 2027 финансовый год

The Fiscal Year 2027 budget must sustain important education programs funded with one-year city dollars, while also increasing investments to address pressing needs and ensuring the City can fulfill its legal obligations to students, including those with disabilities.

22 января 2026 г.

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Ответ на публикацию данных о приостановке обучения на 2024–25 учебный год

Maria Odom, Executive Director of Advocates for Children of New York (AFC), issued the following statement in response to the release of the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) suspension data report for the 2024–25 school year.

11 нояб. 2025 г.

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AFC Testifies on Transfer Schools & Int. 1359

AFC is testifying before the New York City Council Committee on Education regarding transfer schools and in support of Int. 1359, which would require the Department of Education to report on Manifestation Determination Reviews.

Oct 30, 2025

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Response to the Release of the New York City FY 2026 Executive Budget

Kim Sweet, Executive Director of Advocates for Children of New York (AFC), issued the following statement in response to the release of the New York City Fiscal Year 2026 Executive Budget.

May 1, 2025

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Задавая тон для школ Нью-Йорка: рекомендации для следующей администрации

Excellent public schools are essential to making New York City an attractive place to live and raise a family and to ensuring a strong foundation for our City’s future. Regardless of what happens at the federal level in the years ahead, it will be essential for New York City Public Schools to remain focused on the critical task of ensuring all young people receive the support they need to learn and thrive. Based on our experience helping thousands of New York City families each year, we urge the next Mayoral Administration to take on big challenges with bold ideas and stand firm in the face of threats to students’ civil rights.

25 февраля 2025 г.

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AFC Submits Comments Regarding Amendments to Rules Related to Students in Behavioral Crises

Today, AFC is submitting comments regarding the proposed amendments to Chancellor’s Regulation A-411, and ways to further strengthen A-411 to emphasize that schools must support students, de-escalate behavior, and not use punitive measures – such as calling 911 – to respond to students in emotional crisis.

Jul 1, 2024

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AFC и коалиция ARISE дают показания по исполнительному бюджету города Нью-Йорка на 2025 финансовый год

Сегодня AFC и коалиция ARISE (координируемая AFC) дают показания перед комитетом по образованию и комитетом по финансам городского совета Нью-Йорка относительно исполнительного бюджета на 2025 финансовый год и плана капитальных затрат на 2025–2029 финансовый год. Наши показания призывают городские власти поддержать финансирование нескольких важнейших программ, которые все еще находятся на плахе, и инвестировать $1.25B, чтобы сделать больше школ доступными.

15 мая 2024 г.

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AFC представила показания по исполнительному бюджету Нью-Йорка на 2025 финансовый год — здравоохранение и психическое здоровье

AFC представила показания Комитету по финансам городского совета Нью-Йорка; Комитет по здравоохранению; Комитет по психическому здоровью, инвалидности и наркозависимости; и Комитет по больницам относительно необходимости поддерживать финансирование Континуума психического здоровья.

13 мая 2024 г.

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Задавая тон для школ Нью-Йорка: рекомендации для следующей администрации

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