Policy Discussion Series: Addressing Child Poverty

This series of virtual and in-person policy discussions kicked off in June 2023, and examines the intersections of child poverty reduction and other policy areas, including health, early childhood policy, and immigration. Panelists have included policy experts, pediatricians, parent advocates, NYS agency leaders, youth partners, and others invested in ending child poverty in New York State.

Recordings of each policy discussion can be found here.  

Learn more: New York Can End Child Poverty.

Centering Children in the New York State Budget – January 2024 webinar

January 12, 2024 at noon

As Albany gears up for the 2024 New York State legislative session, this insider conversation looks at what we expect (and hope!) to see in this year’s state budget and the investments needed to make New York State a place where families can afford to live, grow, and thrive.

In this webinar, Schuyler Center’s Kate Breslin and Dede Hill discuss budget priorities for New York’s children and families, answer questions, and share resources as we kick off 2024.

View the recording here.

The Power of Guaranteed Income Programs – December 2023 webinar

There are several guaranteed income pilot programs across the state and country. These programs provide a basic income to participants, with no work requirement. During this webinar, panelists discussed lessons learned from these pilot programs, the experience as a participant, and how this type of policy can combat child poverty. View the webinar recording.

Panelists:

View the webinar recording.

View the slides on Guaranteed Income programs presented by Debipriya Chatterjee

Learn more about Guaranteed Income and these programs.

Children in Immigrant Families – October 2023 webinar 

For children in immigrant families, there can be many barriers to services that support well-being. This discussion with immigration and policy experts examined how New York can best support all children, why those investments matter, and opportunities to support the newest New Yorkers.  View the webinar recording.

Panelists:  

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Early Childhood Foundations – September 2023, in-person event 

This discussion with early childhood experts focused on the intersections of early childhood development and the experience of poverty, as well as the policy interventions that have proven to be effective for families. Held in Albany at The Bull Moose Club, the event brought together advocates, policymakers, community leaders, and state agency leadership. View the recording here. 

panelists discuss child poverty in NYS.

 The discussion was moderated by David Lombardo, host of The Capitol Pressroom, with panelists: 

 View the recording here. 

Child Health and Well-Being – August 2023 webinar 

For families experiencing poverty, there are many barriers to consistent, quality health care. This discussion with leading child health and policy experts focused on how New York supports health for all children, opportunities for improvement, and recommendations for action that addresses health goals within child poverty reduction efforts. View the recording here. 

Panelists: 

View the recording here. 

Learn more about the panelists. 

Progress Update on the Child Poverty Reduction Act – June 2023 webinar 

The first in our discussion series included the co-chair and members of the NYS Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council. The conversation focused on the work the Council has done so far, goals for the coming months, and what lies ahead in pursuit of the Child Poverty Reduction Act goal to reduce the State’s child poverty rate by 50% by 2033. View the recording here. 

Panelists: 

  • Advisory Council co-chair Daniel Tietz, Commissioner of the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance;  
  • Alyson Tarek, Assistant Secretary for Human Services and Mental Hygiene, NYS Executive Chamber; and  
  • Advisory Council member Candace Cabral, Parent Advocate.  
  • Moderated by Advisory Council member Kate Breslin, President and CEO, Schuyler Center for Analysis and Advocacy 

 
The Times Union covered the panel and the work of the Advisory Council in an article published on June 29. 

View the recording here. 

Past Events

How are New York’s Children Faring?

How are New York’s Children Faring?

On January 17, Schuyler Center's policy team presented the latest data and policy recommendations around child and family well-being in New York State (see photos below). The data and recommendations can be found in the 2024 State of New York's Children Report. View...

NYS Child Welfare Summit: Recap and Resources

NYS Child Welfare Summit: Recap and Resources

By Crystal Charles, Senior Policy Analyst On November 1, Schuyler Center, Fostering Youth Success Alliance, and partners hosted the NYS Child Welfare Summit in Albany. In attendance were over 70 participants, from legislators to advocates, to state agencies,...