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RIGHTS ADVOCACY | EMPIRE JUSTICE CENTER

Advocates for the legal rights and the change of legislation regarding issues which impact the poor in New York state, and find just cause when local or county government is not correcting a problem.

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Legislative Advocacy
Individual Advocacy

LAW, POLICY DEVELOPMENT AND INVESTIGATIONS UNIT | NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION

Researches current consumer issues, develops legislation to properly respond to consumer needs and works with government and industry to address issues of consumer concern.

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Legislative Advocacy
Product Safety Standards

NEW YORK PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION | NEW YORK PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION

Serves the public's health interests, improving the standard of health for people of all ages and advancing the interests of physical therapists in the State of New York. Composed of licensed physical therapists, physical therapist assistants and physical therapy students.

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Legislative Advocacy
Physical Therapy

NATIONAL MEGAN'S LAW HOTLINE AND REFERRAL SERVICE | CRIME VICTIMS CENTER

Provides access to sex offender registration information in all 50 States. Provides no cost sex offender e-mail alert program. Offers prevention education and referral services for victims and their non-offending family members. Call for more information.

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Child Sexual Assault Prevention
Specialized Information and Referral
Sexually Abused Children
Sexual Assault Prevention
Crisis Intervention Hotlines / Helplines
Crime Prevention
Sexual Assault Hotlines
Community Action / Social Advocacy Groups
Pedophilia
Sex Offenders
Volunteer Opportunities
Legislative Advocacy
Information Sources
Child Abuse Hotlines

NEW YORK STATE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES PLANNING COUNCIL | NEW YORK STATE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES PLANNING COUNCIL

Responsible for developing new ways to improve the delivery of supports and services to New Yorkers with developmental disabilities and their families. Focus is on increased opportunities for consumers to become involved in the community, secure education, employment and housing. Comprised of volunteers appointed by the Governor, council meets quarterly to identify and discuss current issues.

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Legislative Advocacy
Planning / Coordinating / Advisory Groups
Developmental Disabilities
Disability Rights Groups

RIGHTS ADVOCACY | EMPIRE JUSTICE CENTER

Advocates for the legal rights and the change of legislation regarding issues which impact the poor in New York state, and find just cause when local or county government is not correcting a problem.

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Individual Advocacy
Legislative Advocacy

RIGHTS ADVOCACY | EMPIRE JUSTICE CENTER

Advocates for the legal rights and the change of legislation regarding issues which impact the poor in New York state, and find just cause when local or county government is not correcting a problem.

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Individual Advocacy
Legislative Advocacy

COMMUNITY EDUCATION | GRACE SMITH HOUSE

Provides education and public awareness to the community about domestic violence, through community speakers, interviews, conducting workshops, sending letters, legislative lobbying, etc.

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Media Presentations
Legislative Advocacy
Specialized Information and Referral
Workshops / Symposiums
Subject Specific Public Awareness / Education

COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES | PUTNAM COUNTY OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

Serves in an advisory capacity to the Putnam County Executive and Legislature on critical issues and needs relating to people with disabilities. Advocates for legislation to address these issues and needs.

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Legislative Advocacy

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY | ACTION TOWARD INDEPENDENCE

Supports the passage and enforcement of laws or other social measures that protect the rights of people who have physical, mental, developmental or learning disabilities. Works to maximize their ability to enjoy the same opportunities, resources and privileges as the mainstream population.

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Legislative Advocacy
Disability Rights Groups

CHILD ABUSE LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY | PREVENT CHILD ABUSE NEW YORK

Advocate for children and families in the community, and getting everyone to speak out about the need to pass legislation that prevents abuse and protects children, and encourages the public to get involved by contacting state legislators and urge them to act on specific child abuse prevention measures.

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Legislative Advocacy

ADVOCACY PROGRAM | SUFFOLK INDEPENDENT LIVING ORGANIZATION (SILO)

Provides support for individuals with disabilities as they improve their ability to speak up for themselves and obtain the respect, access, and services they deserve in their daily lives and communities. SILO also assists with voter registration, facilitates action groups designed to make community change, and coordinates disability-related political action alerts. For the community at large, SILO provides technical assistance and resources to businesses and agencies to help them improve their accessibility for people with disabilities and their compliance with civil rights laws such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. When people come to SILO, they become active in the community as part of the solution.

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Group Advocacy
Volunteer Opportunities
Legislative Advocacy

DISCRIMINATION ADVOCACY | NAACP (NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE)

Accepts complaints of discrimination and provides advocacy and other services for anyone who has experienced any form of discrimination. Also works to make change by advocating legislatively and socially.

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Individual Advocacy
Employment Discrimination Assistance
Legislative Advocacy
Education Discrimination Assistance
Genetic Discrimination Assistance
Housing Discrimination Assistance
Health Care Discrimination Assistance
Club Membership Discrimination Assistance
Customer Service Discrimination Assistance

ADVOCACY PROGRAM | ADVOCACY PROGRAM

Advises governor, legislature, and state agencies on issues facing persons with disabilities. Initiates and shapes innovative programs and identifies areas for improvement. Fosters coordination through systems advocacy and facilitates community development activities. Provides technical assistance on barrier-free design, legal rights,assistive technology to local governments, providers, families, and maintains toll-free information and referral service.

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Group Advocacy
Assistive Technology Information
Disabilities Issues
Legislative Advocacy

EMPIRE JUSTICE CENTER - LONG ISLAND | EMPIRE JUSTICE CENTER - LONG ISLAND

Provides systems change advocacy, training and support to other advocates and organizations, and high quality direct civil legal representation to protect and strengthen the legal rights of people in New York State who are poor, disabled or disenfranchised.

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Disability Rights Groups
Legislative Advocacy
System Advocacy
Legal Information Services
Legal Representation

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY | ACTION TOWARD INDEPENDENCE - MIDDLETOWN

Supports the passage and enforcement of laws or other social measures that protect the rights of people who have physical, mental, developmental or learning disabilities. Works to maximize their ability to enjoy the same opportunities, resources and privileges as the mainstream population.

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Legislative Advocacy
Disability Rights Groups

PUBLIC POLICY HOUSING ADVOCACY | MOUNT VERNON UNITED TENANTS

Advocates to change public policy and legislation for better housing for those with limited incomes. Also works with other organizations by creating forums and coalitions to advocate and educate legislators and other agencies on affordable housing-related issues.

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Legislative Advocacy

Preventionfocus, Inc. (Service Group)

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Tobacco Use Education / Prevention
Gambling Addiction Prevention Programs
Legislative Advocacy
Drug Use Disorder Education / Prevention
Alcohol Use Disorder Education / Prevention
System Advocacy
Issue Advocacy
Suicide Prevention Programs
Bullying Prevention
Healthy Eating Programs
Youth Violence Prevention
Underage Drinking Prevention

BUSINESS ASSOCIATION AND DEVELOPMENT | BUSINESS COUNCIL OF WESTCHESTER

Provides various formats of networking through events and programs to enhance business to build the community. Also advocates for legislation which affects different aspects of business, such as worker compensation, small business health insurance, etc.

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Chambers of Commerce
Legislative Advocacy

HEALTH ADVOCACY PROJECT | LEGAL SERVICES OF THE HUDSON VALLEY - POUGHKEEPSIE

Provides a protection and advocacy system for individuals and their families with chronic diseases or developmental and other disabilities. Offers legal assistance of issues including: disability, Medicaid and other insurance, permanency planning, and housing.

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Legislative Advocacy
Disability Rights Groups
Issue Advocacy
System Advocacy

WORKER ADVOCACY | WORKER JUSTICE CENTER OF NEW YORK

Advocate at the local, state, and federal levels to improve standards for low-wage workers including efforts to increase wage rates, provide equal access to identification for immigrant residents, and advocate for the rights of workers in specific industries that lack adequate protections.

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Legislative Advocacy

Genesee County Youth Bureau (Service Group)

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System Advocacy
Funding
Human Trafficking Prevention
Legislative Advocacy
Costumes
Specialized Information and Referral

VOICE Buffalo (Service Group)

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Issue Advocacy
System Advocacy
Legislative Advocacy

Psychological Association of WNY (Service Group)

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Issue Advocacy
Legislative Advocacy
Therapy Referrals

New York Civil Liberties Union Western Regional Office (Service Group)

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Issue Advocacy
Legal Counseling
Legislative Advocacy
Constitutional / Civil Rights Groups
Specialized Information and Referral