Influence Policy and advocacy action for change

Just Making A Change for Families (JMAC) is dedicated to dismantling the family policing system while advocating to increase community-based support that help keep families intact. JMAC leads coalitions seeking to change laws and policies that threaten the rights, well-being, and autonomy of families.

Statewide

$375,000 • General Operating Support

Co-lead the Narrowing the Front Door to Child Welfare coalition in New York City and spearhead statewide efforts aimed at reducing surveillance and expanding investments in families. Train and mobilize parents impacted by the child welfare system to drive advocacy initiatives through the Parent Leadership and Advocacy Network (PLAN).