News And Events

Congratulations to our Parent Advocate graduates!

July 10, 2023 by Rise

On behalf of everyone here at Rise, we’d like to say congratulations to all of our 2023 Graduates!

In May, 18 parents graduated from our Parent Advocate program. Our next session will begin in September 2023 with more information soon to come. You can view the recording of this past graduation on Facebook live here. You can reach out to Shanene Bryant at shanene@risemagazine.org if you’re interested in being apart of the next cohort. To learn more about Rise’s Parent Advocacy Program, … Read More

Child Welfare Budget Priorities

May 30, 2023 by Rise

The rate for housing subsidies for those who have experienced foster care hasn’t been increased since 1988! This year’s #NYSBudget must modernize the subsidy by raising the rate, indexing it to inflation, and including youth up to age 24. Many young people that leave foster care without any family ties, or “age out”, are faced with homelessness. This year’s #NYSBudget must include S.2038-A/A.2525-A to modernize preventive housing subsidies and support youth who experienced foster care.

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Urgent: The Family Miranda Rights Act is at risk!

May 30, 2023 by Rise

URGENT CALL TO ACTION! DO NOT LET ACS GUT THE FAMILY MIRANDA RIGHTS ACT!

We need your help to move this essential bill out of NYS Senate and Assembly Committees with NO CHANGES.

Call Senator Brisport, Chair of Senate Children & Families Committee at 718-643-6140 and Assemblymember Dinowitz, Chair of Assembly Codes Committee at 718-796-5345. See below for the call script.

You can tag them on social media at:

@jabaribrisport

@jeffreydinowitz81ad

@andreastewartcousins

@cheastie

Rise’s Mandated Reporting & Childcare surveys are now open!

April 27, 2023 by Rise

Rise is collecting data to better understand parents’ experiences with reaching out for resources and support from mandated reporters. We’re also collecting data on parents’ and caregivers’ experiences around the lack of child care, accessibility, and what solutions they want to see. This information will remain anonymous and inform Rise’s call to action surrounding our parent-led campaign to expand child care, and include respite care for all NYC families.

If you are a parent or caregiver or … Read More

Loren Horton, Parent Peer Trainer

April 26, 2023 by Rise

Loren Horton is a Parent Peer Trainer. The mother of 3 amazing children, one boy and two girls, she was born and raised on the Lower East Side. She’s overcome life obstacles and has a desire to bring love to the community. Loren loves helping people and is known for having a big heart. Her passion in this work is to support other parents, create networks of joy, and care for families to ensure their … Read More