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Saturday marked the 71st anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education, which fundamentally changed how we view equality in education. While we honor this pivotal moment in the fight for civil rights, the work is far from over. Today we continue the fight for equity because

Costs are always going to rise. But if resources such as #wages, critical income supports, and other earnings aren't meeting those costs, that's when people are going to be economically insecure. Learn more at 🔗 nationaltruecostofliving.org #truecostofliving #risingcosts

Last month, we reflected on the landmark #BrownvBoard of Education decision. This Supreme Court ruling was a pivotal moment in the fight for educational equity, but the work is far from over. Today, we continue to advocate for important changes in education policies, so NYC and

NYC's Human Rights Law is one of the most robust local human rights laws in the country, but we need expanded resources for NYC Human Rights to ensure its full implementation. We must increase their budget by $6M to enhance their capacity and effectiveness. amny.com/housing/advoca…

Today we honor the resilience and strength of HIV long-term survivors and raise awareness about their needs, issues, and journeys. Thank you to our partners in this work, HCCI, INC., Alliance for Positive Change, and #CypressHills, and ensuring that our communities have access to the care,

📢 FPWA members: Please join us for a timely and critical discussion on how the federal budget will impact New York’s funding landscape. We’ll break down the New York State and City budgets, examine their effects on individuals, families, and the vital services they depend on,

In NYC, the Federal Poverty Level is how the NYC Dept of Ed allocates additional support to students (such as Title I funds). That outdated measure— which hasn't changed since the 1960s— means there are limitations in how the city allocates resources to public school students.

On June 11, 2025, Rep. Gwen Moore pressed Trump Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on how proposed cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and ACA will worsen conditions for the more than 50% of Americans already facing economic insecurity. In her line of questioning, Rep. Gwen Moore uses the True

What do the proposed federal budget cuts mean for New York State and City—and what’s at risk? Our fiscal policy expert breaks it down: 📉 Proposed federal cuts could cost New York $15.4B/year 🥫 300,000+ New Yorkers could lose SNAP 🏥 1.5M could lose health coverage, including

The NYC budget process can be complex, but our #NYCBudgetWatch series breaks it down for you. Our latest update dives into the Executive Budget—the Mayor’s second proposal in the annual negotiation cycle. It reflects updated financial projections and public input. 🗣️ The City

Did you know that when Black women break into higher-paying fields, those fields often start paying less? That’s not a coincidence, it’s a pattern. Structural racism, sexism, and occupational segregation deliberately keep wages low and opportunity out of reach. Real solutions

Too often, economic policy in America is shaped by false narratives about who deserves dignity, stability, and the ability to plan for their future. Our CEO and Executive Director unpacks how structural economic deprivation is upheld by policies that withhold or inhibit access

We’re deeply dismayed by the Senate’s narrow passage of a federal budget reconciliation bill. This bill leaves the vast majority of Americans more vulnerable, all the while delivering tax cuts to the wealthiest. We will continue to monitor how these cuts will impact New Yorkers

The Federal Poverty Level doesn't tell the whole story. Families across America are struggling with rising costs, but outdated measures mask the true extent of economic insecurity. That's why we're advocating for the True Cost of Economic Security (TCES), a new measure that

On the Fourth of July, let’s remember: true liberty includes the right to live with dignity and economic security. But for too many, that freedom remains out of reach: 🔴 52% of Americans are economically insecure 🔴 For Black Americans, that number jumps to 67%. 🔴 For

For too long, outdated poverty measures have masked the real costs families face. Our True Cost of Economic Security (TCES) measure redefines how we think about economic need and security, placing a renewed emphasis on the real-life experiences of U.S. families today.

Our True Cost of Economic Security measure tells us that 52% of Americans are economically insecure, and for families with kids, that number rises to 58%. For these Americans, economic security is unattainable. Learn more at bit.ly/45ZTnXg

New York City passed its budget — but failed to fully fund civil rights enforcement. The NYC Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) is essential to protecting workers, renters, students, and more from discrimination. But right now, it’s underfunded and understaffed, with cases taking