It can be extremely difficult to navigate NYC's complex public education system. We know that parents can spend an enormous amount of time researching different programs or simply trying to understand their child’s school-related rights, and much of our work has been dedicated to making sure they have the tools and information they need.
Starting in 1989, AFC has received federal funding to operate a Parent Training and Information Center focused on empowering parents of children with disabilities. Currently, we also have training and information programs targeted to a broader range of families, including immigrant families, families experiencing homelessness, and families with children involved in the foster care or justice system.
