Are You Listening is a powerful movement led by advocates with lived experience in New York’s child welfare system. Born out of the Children’s Rights report, Are You Listening? Youth Accounts of Congregate Placements in New York State, this initiative is pushing to end the use of congregate settings in the state.
These advocates, together with their allies, are exposing the harms and trauma caused by these placements and driving the change needed to ensure every young person has the opportunity to grow up in a supportive family and community.
Their vision is clear: A future where children thrive in nurturing environments. The report provides actionable steps to make this vision a reality. Download the summary or full report to hear directly from them and join their urgent call for change.