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Protecting every child’s right to learn

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.
  • Glen's Story

    AFC was able to prove that Glen’s behavior was a direct result of his disabilities, and his school agreed and admitted it did not have the services needed to support Glen.

  • Micaela's Story

    Micaela was quickly enrolled in a specialized dual language ICT class where native English speakers and Spanish speakers, with and without disabilities, are learning together in both languages.

  • Mark's Story

    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

    School bus drives down NYC street.

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