Issues
Renewing our commitment to NYC children and families
A new year is a time for a fresh start, but for many, the threats looming at the federal level that may result in cuts to critical services for low-income children and families leave little hope for the future. Additional challenges may emerge as the …
Family Homelessness Coalition Platform
The Family Homelessness Coalition, a coalition representing service providers, housing providers, children’s organizations, and advocacy organizations, urges the City of New York to launch a coordinated, multi-agency, collaborative effort focused on th …
TESTIMONY: OVERSIGHT: Trauma-Informed Services In The Juvenile Justice System
On November 28, 2017, CCC testified before the New York City Council Juvenile Justice Committee at an oversight hearing about trauma-informed services in the juvenile justice system. CCC’s testimony the impact of trauma; the high prevalence of exposure …
TESTIMONY: Diversity In New York City Schools
On December 7, 2017, CCC testified before the New York City Council Committee on Education about diversity in New York City schools. CCC’s testimony focused on the research showing diversity is important for closing the achievement gap and the data sho …
TESTIMONY: DFYJ’S Efforts In The Implementation Of Raising The Age Of Criminal Responsibility
On December 6, 2017, CCC testified before the New York City Council Committee on Juvenile Justice about the efforts ACS’s Division of Youth and Criminal Justice has made and needs to make to implement raising the age, as well as the efforts and implica …
TESTIMONY: OVERSIGHT: Oversight: Support for Homeless Students
On October 11, 2017, CCC testified before the New York City Council General Welfare and Education Committees regarding the need for more support for homeless students. CCC also testified in support of several pieces of legislation aimed at providing d …
