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.
AFC intervened and successfully secured placement for Hector in a specialized non-public school that could provide the individualized attention he needed.
"The help was invaluable because after so many frustrated attempts to connect with OPT, I finally had someone who would listen and affect change on any level. Without AFC I felt powerless."
Responding to Proposed Changes to the U.S. Department of Education
This proposed restructuring violates federal law and is the latest step in an ongoing effort to dismantle the Department of Education. Learn more about what this means.
