This is only the beginning

 We are grateful to all the families and young people across New York State who joined us for a week of advocacy about topics and issues that are important to you! Together, we hosted 5 powerful townhalls with state commissioners and legislators. This is only the beginning of a much longer conversation. We hope you’ll be part of it.

Watch and share the townhalls with your network; contact us at bhansen@ftnys.org to learn how we can support you in bringing the conversation back to your local legislators. Visit our Policy Agenda page to review our priorities and download materials. Let your voice be heard about the issues that matter most to families and youth!

Monday, March 1st,  2021
11:00am – 12:30pm

Family Empowerment Day

This will be the general session where we will meet with our members, discuss our policy priorities, recognize prestigious awardees, and host a workshop for how to effectively participate in the town halls.

• Network with other families and young people with lived experience.
• Hear powerful speakers and awardees.
• Learn how to affectively engage with legislators and government officials.
• Learn about important policy issues and get involved!
• Discover how you can make a difference in your community!

Be sure to download our Policy Priorities for your own legislative meetings. Contact bhansen@ftnys.org if you need support.