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A COVID-19 Update from NYU McSilver Institute

All of us at the NYU McSilver Institute hope that this message find you and yours well and safe. We would like to update you on our continuing work to disrupt generational poverty and how we have adjusted that work in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our research and services continue in a telework environment, […]

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Annual Report: 2018 and 2019 Were Pivotal Growth Years for NYU McSilver

The combined fiscal years of 2018 and 2019 marked a pivotal period in the growth of the McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research. Our scholarship achieved new prominence, and we educated a wider audience and shaped policy goals at the local, state and federal levels. Learn more about our progress, achievements and highlights in the 2018-2019 Annual Report.

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Black Boys and Men: Changing the Narrative — Season Two

The Black Boys and Men: Changing the Narrative podcast series brings together thought leaders to analyze stereotypes and dispel myths concerning Black boys and men, to explore their strengths and achievements, and to discuss the many ways in which all of us can support their progress and well-being. For the second season of Black Boys […]

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Dr. Lindsey appearing in a video interview broadcast of CBSN in October 2019

March 4, 2020

Recent Media Coverage for the McSilver Institute

The McSilver Institute’s research, policy recommendations, and accomplishments have recently been noted by news outlets across the media spectrum. Check out some of the highlights! (This list was last updated January 2020.)

February 28, 2020

McSilver Applauds NYC Human Rights Commission Youth Initiative Launch

The New York City Commission on Human Rights, in partnership with over 60 schools and organizations (complete list below) that educate and work with young people, announces the launch of a new comprehensive program called Youth for Equity and Solidarity. The program will educate over 5,000 young people this year, ages 13-21, and includes the creation of the Commission’s first youth advisory council (YES Council).

January 29, 2020

Press Advisory: Revealing Conversations about Black Boys and Men Kick Off Black History Month

The NYU McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy and Research is putting a spotlight on its newly-released second season of the Webby-nominated podcast Black Boys and Men: Changing the Narrative.