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Community Advocacy

Join us in advocating for policies and systemic changes that strengthen our communities and create equitable opportunities for all.

Why Advocacy Matters

Advocacy is essential for creating lasting change. While our direct services address immediate needs, advocacy work targets the root causes of inequality and works to transform systems that create barriers for our community members.

Policy Change

Influence legislation and policies that affect immigrant communities and low-income families

Community Voice

Amplify the voices of community members in decision-making processes

Systemic Change

Address structural inequalities that create and perpetuate social problems

Current Advocacy Campaigns

We’re actively working on these critical issues that impact our community members’ daily lives.

Housing Justice

Advocating for affordable housing policies, tenant protections, and prevention of displacement in our communities.

  • Rent stabilization advocacy
  • Tenant rights education
  • Anti-displacement organizing

Language Access

Ensuring language accessibility in government services, healthcare, and educational institutions.

  • Interpreter services advocacy
  • Multilingual resource campaigns
  • Language rights education

Civic Engagement

Promoting voter registration, civic participation, and community engagement in democratic processes.

  • Voter registration drives
  • Civic education workshops
  • Community forum facilitation

Healthcare Access

Working to expand healthcare access, improve cultural competency, and address health disparities.

  • Health equity advocacy
  • Insurance access campaigns
  • Community health initiatives

Economic Justice

Advocating for fair wages, worker protections, and economic opportunities for immigrant communities.

  • Minimum wage advocacy
  • Worker rights education
  • Small business support

Education Equity

Promoting educational equity, language access in schools, and inclusive educational policies.

  • School board advocacy
  • Bilingual education support
  • Parent engagement initiatives

How You Can Get Involved

There are many ways to join our advocacy efforts, regardless of your experience level or available time.

1

Learn & Educate: Stay informed about issues and help educate others in your community about important advocacy topics.

2

Contact Officials: Reach out to elected representatives, participate in public hearings, and make your voice heard on key issues.

3

Join Campaigns: Participate in advocacy campaigns, attend rallies, and help organize community action on specific issues.

4

Share Stories: Share your experiences and help put a human face on policy issues that affect our community.

Join Our Advocacy Network

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Together, we’ve achieved meaningful wins that have improved conditions for our community members.

Advocacy Success Stories

  • Language Access Victory

    Through our advocacy efforts, we successfully pushed for expanded interpreter services at the local DMV office, making it easier for non-English speakers to access essential government services.

    2023 Campaign Success

  • Tenant Protection Wins

    Our housing justice advocacy contributed to stronger tenant protection laws in Brooklyn, providing more security for renters facing displacement pressures.

    2022 Legislative Victory

    • Your Voice Matters

    Real change happens when communities come together to advocate for justice. Add your voice to our collective efforts.

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