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Schuyler Center in the Press Regarding COVID-19 Efforts and Child Care

May 12, 2020By Helen Smith

During the months of April and May, 2020, Schuyler Center Director of Policy Dede Hill spoke out about New York’s child care system in the wake of COVID-19. On April 14, 2020, Dede Hill was quoted in Times Union reporter Rachel Silberstein’s article about the future of day care sites post-COVID-19: "All providers—both those keeping…

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The Coronavirus Crisis – Raising Families with Young Children

May 12, 2020By Helen Smith

On April 30, 2020, Raising NY, a coalition co-chaired by Schuyler Center President and CEO Kate Breslin, released the findings of a survey of New York parents with young children on the impacts of COVID-19. The survey results reveal that New York families with young children are being hit hard by the impacts of the…

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Why the Census Matters in the Time of COVID-19

April 22, 2020By Helen Smith

Every 10 years, everyone living in the United States is asked to complete a simple but very important constitutional task: respond to the census. With COVID-19 devastating many New York communities – leaving families worried about their health and that of their loved ones; wondering how they will pay their rent, afford groceries and educate…

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Schuyler Center’s Last Look at the New York State 2020-21 Budget

April 20, 2020By Helen Smith

On April 1, 2020, the New York State Legislature and Governor reached agreement on the 2020-21 State Budget. Schuyler Center’s Last Look is our assessment of the enacted State Budget as it compares to priorities that improve the health and well-being of all New Yorkers, especially children and families living in poverty. With New Yorkers…

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COVID-19 Resources

April 8, 2020By Helen Smith

We've compiled information to help families connect to resources that may be helpful during this potentially stressful and challenging time. Many localities have their own community-based resources. Some links here direct the user to local government and/or local elected officials, who may be best positioned to make local connections. We welcome links to additional resources!…

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Continuing to work to shape public policy during this difficult time

April 8, 2020By Helen Smith

During this extremely difficult time, the Schuyler Center team continues to work to shape public policy for people in need. Please check out our recent advocacy related to COVID-19, as well as the media we generated in the Times Union and the Daily Gazette relating to State budget issues. During the last week of March/first week…

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Letter from Empire State Campaign for Child Care and Winning Beginning NY to Governor Cuomo and Legislative Leaders Urging Bold Steps to Support Child Care In Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

March 30, 2020By Helen Smith

On March 30, 2020 the Empire State Campaign for Child Care and Winning Beginning NY sent a letter to Governor Cuomo and Legislative leaders. It urged inclusion of dedicated, robust funds in the NYS Budget to enable the State to take immediate, bold steps to support child care during this period of emergency. A media…

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New York State Budget Update

March 20, 2020By Helen Smith

Dear friends and colleagues, Greetings from my kitchen table. All of us at Schuyler Center are working remotely and still reachable by email. We check-in with a daily, brief video-conference, which has been a comfort during these challenging times. We’re still advocating for New York’s children and families, with new and evolving strategies and tactics.…

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Urgent: Letter to Legislators on Budget Priorities

March 19, 2020By Helen Smith

On March 19, 2020 Schuyler Center sent a letter to legislative leaders urging policymakers during this crisis and as the SFY 2020-21 budget was being finalized to focus on the health and well-being of all New Yorkers, especially low-income families and children and all who are living on the margins.

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President’s Message on COVID-19

March 18, 2020By Helen Smith

Dear friends and colleagues, In this time of uncertainty, I wanted to personally connect with you over concerns associated with COVID-19 (coronavirus), worldwide, and here in New York State. Our hearts and thoughts are with everyone affected during this time and we appreciate the health and human services workers; local, state, and national leaders; and…

Schuyler Insider

Schuyler Center in the Press Regarding COVID-19 Efforts and Child Care

The Coronavirus Crisis – Raising Families with Young Children

Why the Census Matters in the Time of COVID-19

Schuyler Center’s Last Look at the New York State 2020-21 Budget

COVID-19 Resources

Continuing to work to shape public policy during this difficult time

Letter from Empire State Campaign for Child Care and Winning Beginning NY to Governor Cuomo and Legislative Leaders Urging Bold Steps to Support Child Care In Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

New York State Budget Update

Urgent: Letter to Legislators on Budget Priorities

President’s Message on COVID-19

Schuyler Insider

Schuyler Center Presents Data on State of New York Children

Advocates Use New York’s Climate Act as a Model to Tackle Child Poverty

Facebook Live: Virtual Legislative Briefing on the NY Childhood Poverty Reduction Act

State of New York’s Children Data Briefing: 2021 Registration

2021-2022 New York State Policy Priorities

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Schuyler Center Presents Data on State of New York Children

Advocates Use New York’s Climate Act as a Model to Tackle Child Poverty

Facebook Live: Virtual Legislative Briefing on the NY Childhood Poverty Reduction Act

State of New York’s Children Data Briefing: 2021 Registration