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Opinion: NY must address youth social media addiction before it’s too late
We are in the midst of an unprecedented youth mental health epidemic, and all signs point to smartphones and social media as the primary culprits.
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Commentary: Asbestos exposure may still affect New York veterans’ health
Awareness is key for helping those who served.
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Opinion: Brooklyn Marine Terminal purchase was ‘visionary’
The deal exemplifies an alignment of political interests that led to collaboration and creative problem-solving, while creating green jobs and enhancing regional infrastructure.
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Addressing mental health solutions for Bronx youth
Partnership with Children joined with local officials to highlight the what’s being done to support the borough’s young people.
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Commentary: Fostering empathy and compassion within carceral spaces
How we as social workers are understanding and mitigating these impacts.
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AAPI-focused nonprofit welcomes migrants
How the Chinese-American Planning Council stands ready to help throughout the immigration process.
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Opinion: When caring for New Yorkers, our strength comes from diversity
For nurse’s month, reflecting on the important role immigrants and newcomers play in caring for the most vulnerable
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Overcoming barriers to AAPI mental health treatment
How nuanced care understands and addresses the specific needs of this community.
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Opinion: New York can make history with a Rochester public bank
Legislation would create the first institution of this kind in the U.S. in over a century and lead to solutions that address poverty and inequality.
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Mobilization for Justice strike ends after 13 weeks
A new contract ratified by 72% of the nonprofit’s union members secures double digit raises for the labor movement’s lowest paid members.
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SCAN-Harbor gala shines spotlight on youth talent
The fundraiser at the Plaza Hotel included an appearance by Hip Hop legend Doug E. Fresh.
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Advancing a national Asian American Pacific Islander curricula
A look at how the Asian American Foundation’s STAATUS Index is bringing light to the Asian American experience in education.
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Cultivating the next generation of life-saving blood products – and blood donors
An interview with Christopher Hillyer, CEO and president of New York Blood Center
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Brooklyn Communities Collaborative launches second workforce development training program for previously incarcerated individuals
The nonprofit already has graduated one class with 70% of participants landing full-time employment.
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Legislation would require social workers in police precincts
A new bill hopes to break the cycle of arrests, often for petty crimes.
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Commentary: Spotting what’s wrong with New York’s procurement system
A new tool, ContractStat, offers answers
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Opinion: AI is driving impact and equity at New York nonprofits
It’s time to look past the hype and embrace the technology
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Report: Nearly half of New York’s aging population has experienced food insecurity in the past year
Citymeals on Wheels released the analysis with the CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute
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Opinion: Exposing the flaws of CapGrants and what can be done about them
How this valuable funding program for nonprofits needs to change.
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