We'll share advocacy tips and resources to help families navigate the Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) and address other transportation issues they may be experiencing at the start of the school year. Se ofrecerá tambien en español.
Advocates for Children of New York has a singular vision: an equitable and inclusive school system where all students receive the education they need to maximize their potential as adults.
We fight for families
For more than 50 years, we have fought beside NYC families from under-resourced communities through a unique combination of services, all focused on protecting education rights and eliminating barriers to success so all students can thrive.
For six years, AFC and pro bono attorneys represented Asha and Ayanna to make certain the girls received the support they needed to be successful in school.
"I know our journey was a winding and difficult one and we thank you and your organization for helping Omar through it all so he could arrive to this point. I can't imagine how different my son's circumstances would've been without your advocacy."
Mark was 10 years old when his family was evicted from their home. When they were placed in temporary housing, it was in a shelter far away from their home, and from the school Mark and his sister Alicia attended
Our Back to School resource hub has deadlines, helpful links, and more need-to-know information for students, families, and professionals as the school year gets started.
