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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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NYN Media
Commentary: Asbestos exposure may still affect New York veterans’ health
Awareness is key for helping those who served.
Nonprofits
Policy
Officials sound the alarm on cuts to NYC contracts office
New York City isn’t paying nonprofits on time. The mayor wants to reduce contract services funding anyway.
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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
New York City
Policy
Touting New York’s MWBE opportunities
Chief Business Diversity Officer Michael Garner and other experts detail progress made on equity at City & State’s 2024 Diversity Summit.
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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.
Editor's Note
Opinion
Editor’s note: Show nonprofits the money
A cost of living adjustment increase from the Adams administration is welcome relief for these organizations, but it’s not enough when millions are still owed because of the city’s procurement backlog.
Nonprofits
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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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NYN Media
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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