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Reform doesn’t stop at the Domestic Violence Survivors Justice Act
Criminalized domestic abuse survivors call for the passing of legislation that will end mandatory minimums and grant a second look when being sentenced in court.
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Nonprofit gallery supports photo journalists covering Russian invasion of Ukraine
The Bronx Documentary Center will send proceeds from the sales made from the exhibition to support both American and Ukrainian photographers
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PASSPort Public sheds light on procurement
Here’s a look at how the city has made this important step towards transparency and accountability
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Alliance for Positive Change partners for free nationwide HIV testing
The nonprofit’s campaign coincided with National HIV Testing Day
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Living wages for human services workers are needed now
More funding from the city can establish equitable prevailing wages across the entire contracted human services sector
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Reflecting back on those who embodied the history of advocacy for the LGBTQI+ community at CUNY
Noting these graduates and others as Pride is celebrated this month underscores why it’s vital to support the next generation of leaders and activists
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Coalition relaunches petition effort to protect community gardens
A “Critical Environment Areas” designation is being sought to protect the gardens from development
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Nonprofit seeks to grow summer academic and social-emotional learning programs for youth
Horizons New York City expects to serve more children this year following COVID-19
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Enhancing the state Division of Veterans' Services is long overdue
As an independent department, the division will no longer be under-resourced and will better reach New York’s veterans.
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Q&A: Bertha Lewis advises candidates to hire more organizers and fewer pricey consultants
A new report from The Black Institute and the Black Leadership Action Coalition looks at all aspects of the 2021 elections, including ranked-choice voting.
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Summit focuses on veterans services
Food insecurity was among the top priorities at the event hosted by the Bob Woodruff Foundation and New York City Department of Veterans’ Services
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NY Community Trust awards $14.6 million to nonprofits
More than 80 organizations received grants for social work, health, animal welfare and other efforts
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OPINION: New NYC Budget is a win for human services. But we can do better
The 4% cost-of-living adjustment that’s coming (after none for three years) still falls short, especially with inflation
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Commentary: Reflections on parenting to widen one’s perspective on nonprofit board work
As children grow older, I and other parents in my Brooklyn neighborhood shifted to purpose-driven parenting, opening ourselves up to caring about the full community, city, country, and planet.
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Nonprofit OpCon returns, focusing on processes and streamlining operations post-COVID-19
The annual New York Nonprofit Media event gathered industry experts to discuss strategies for organizations as they emerge from the challenges of the pandemic.
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Bronx students remember slain freshman in march against gun violence
The University Prep High School procession came two months after the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Angellyh Yambo
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LGBTQ+ youth organization works to change landscape of mental health
Big Brothers Big Sisters NYC is leading a citywide coalition to advocate for policy changes
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Immigrant cultural center planned for People’s Theatre Project
The nonprofit is building the first-of-its-kind research and performing arts venue with a $15 million from New York City
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Shootings spike in New York City each summer. What are officials doing to stop it?
More police, summer jobs and a new task force are part of Mayor Eric Adams’ plan.
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