Influence Policy and advocacy action for change

Families Together in NYS represents, supports, and advocates for youth and families voice in policy and systems change to ensure an equitable and inclusive journey that fosters belonging, wellness, and empowerment for all.

Statewide

$300,000 • Child and Family Wellbeing Action Network

Support co-leadership of the Child and Family Wellbeing Action Network (in collaboration with the Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy) to advance strategies that address pervasive poverty that leads to child welfare system involvement and intrusive family investigations, including securing public investment in the Child and Family Wellbeing Fund and advocacy for congregate care reform.