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Policy Advocacy

Fighting for, advocating for, and creating just public policies for people experiencing poverty.

NYLAG stands proudly with vulnerable communities in New York, and beyond. We believe in the power of the law to change lives, so we push to ensure that our laws are just. We work to shape laws and policies, to reform those that are discriminatory or outdated, and to create new laws when emerging needs call for them.

Our Approach

We amplify the voices of our clients by advocating for them in spaces where they may not have a seat at the table. We do this in the following ways:

  • Educating policymakers about issues of poverty and the gaps in our civil justice system
  • Drafting legislation, public comments, and statements
  • Delivering testimony at government hearings, briefings, and other relevant spaces
  • Leading and taking part in coalitions and committees that integrate our clients’ needs into policy conversations
  • Marching and rallying with our clients and supporters

Policy advocacy statements, public comments, and news.

STATEMENT: NYLAG Responds to New York City’s FY 2025 Adopted Budget

As one of New York City’s largest civil legal service providers, communities throughout the five boroughs rely on NYLAG to access justice, often in a time of crisis. Our advocates work diligently to meet people where they are and make our services as accessible as possible, partnering with every client to deliver dignified, trauma-informed legal resources, counsel, and advocacy. From this perspective, we advocate for a city budget that provides us with the resources we need to increase access to justice among lower income New Yorkers, supports those communities’ broader needs, and takes an equitable approach towards cultivating racial, social, and economic justice overall.

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