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New York Children's Action Network

What is New York CAN?

New York CAN is a broad-based initiative that brings together a variety of coalitions, organizations, and individuals all concerned about issues affecting children and families with the goal of elevating the importance of supporting all children in New York State.

Vision:   New York is a state that provides every child an opportunity to become a healthy, educated, productive, and responsible adult.

Mission:  To be a unified and powerful voice to improve the lives of all New York's children, youth and families through the promotion of adequate resources and changes in policies and practices.

Goals:
  1. To mobilize public will
  2. To foster investments in children
  3. To elevate children's issues as a priority with elected officials, administrators and candidates
  4. To serve as a clearinghouse

Who can participate?  Every group, organization or individual in New York State who cares about children and their families. Click here to join.

How we operate?  New York CAN operating guidelines are here.

The Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy (SCAA) Children's Policy Agenda is taking the lead in organizing this coalition.  For more information, contact Diane Mastin at dmastin@scaany.org or 518-463-1896 ext. 24.        

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