Provides training, information, and resources to help craft artists prevent emergencies and to protect themselves and their businesses when emergencies occur. Also is a connection and guide to other sources for support, business development , health, safety, risk management and insurance. Also advocates and engages in research, and backs policy that supports craft artists' careers.

Advocates legislatively on a county, state and federal level for quality residential services, medical coverage, educational programs, etc. for individuals with developmental disabilities.

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

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.

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.

Works toward the goals of countering and reducing hatred by fighting Anti-Semitism and all forms of bigotry here and abroad, combating international terrorism, probing the roots of hatred, advocating before congress, aiding victims of bigotry, developing educational programs, and serving as a public resource for government, media, law enforcement, and the general public.

Advocates for legislation to increase government funding for retinal degenerative disease research, by means of public education and encouraging letters to be written to local, state, and federal representatives.

Works to ensure that women, men and teenagers have access to reproductive health services by encouraging federal and state planning programs advocates public policies and legislation that maintain a woman's right to choose from a full range of reproductive health services, safely, legally and privately promotes comprehensive age appropriate sexuality education in the schools and supports parents, schools and community groups in their efforts to educate members of their families and communities.

Provides information and referral, networking and advocacy regarding head injury to ensure access to all medical, residential, vocational and social systems, case management, support groups for survivors, family members and spouses/significant others in two locations, and public and professional awareness through educational in-service programs, publications, legislative advocacy and lobbying.

Ongoing partnerships with other state hemophilia advocacy groups help us promote our fundraisers and obtain assets for our aid programs.

Advocates for quality, affordable and accessible child care in legislation and public policy for children and families. The Council collaborated and works with other child care organizations and community groups, school, etc. to education about and support high-quality child care.

Provides an opportunity for those with cerebral palsy or developmental disabilities to meet and discuss the needs of those in the group, and find ways to advocate a solution for a single person or the group regarding physical, political, discriminatory or other obstacles in the community.

Exists to ensure equal opportunity in employment, housing, public accommodation, education and credit. Enforces the State's Human Rights Law by investigating, prosecuting, and resolving individual, group and Division initiated complaints of illegal discrimination. Educates the public to prevent and eliminate discrimination and promote awareness of the Human Rights Law. Develops legislation and policy to further the Division's role in enforcing the Law. Serves Nassau County Residents

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

* Helps plan and coordinate services for youth.* Assess youth needs to determine funding priorities.* Promote partnerships with agencies and community providers for comprehensive services.* Provide funding to youth service agencies.* Monitor and evaluate Youth Bureau funded programs to ensure quality services.* Coordinate Runaway and Homeless services for youth.* Study/examine different segments of the youth services system and issues that affect youth.* Advocate for legislation, systems change, and funding to improve/assist the youth services system.* Create mentoring opportunities for youth to interact with seniors, professionals, and community leaders.* Member of the Rochester Healthy Homes Partnership Member Organization.