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Policy Advocacy

Championing justice and equity through policy advocacy — from religious diversity education to affordable housing and halal meals in schools.

Advocating for Justice & Equity

Join MCN in championing justice and equity! From advocating for religious diversity education to fighting for affordable housing and halal meals in schools, we're dedicated to creating a community where everyone feels safe and valued.

  • Religious diversity education
  • Eliminating discrimination and Islamophobia
  • Public safety and surveillance issues
  • Free childcare in low-income communities
  • Language access
  • Halal meals in public schools
  • Adult literacy programs
  • Immigration reform
  • Safe and affordable housing
MCN is committed to addressing these issues to promote a safer and more inclusive community for all New Yorkers.

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Resolution 1257
January 23, 2022
Mapping Muslims
March 19, 2013

Resolution 0095

Take action now and call on your elected officials to support religious diversity education in NYC public schools.

Take Action Now and Call on Your Elected Officials to Pass Resolution 0095 (Resolution 1257, now Resolution 0095)
Resolution 0095-2024 MCN Policy Brief
Resolution 0095-2024 — MCN Policy Brief
Send Support Letter for Res 0095

What is Resolution 0095-2024 For?

  • K-12 age-appropriate religious diversity education curriculum in NYC
  • Cultural sensitivity training for educators
  • Alerts to parents in the event of anti-religious hate/discrimination
  • Include data on anti-religious hate crimes in annual school reports
Res 0095 — supporting infographic
Res 0095 advocacy event — community members at NYC City Hall

Int 0641-2024

Advocating for healthier meals and nutrition standards for children in New York City childcare centers.

Take Action Now and Call on Your Elected Officials to Pass Int 641
Int 0641-2024 — Healthy Kids NYC flyer
Int 0641-2024 — Healthy Kids NYC
Send Support Letter for Int 641

What Is Int 0641-2024 For?

  • Mandates at least two meals on children's menus in restaurants meet specific dietary criteria
  • Meals must align with guidelines developed by NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
  • Bans flavored milk and reduces the serving size of juice served with children's meals
  • Ensures the NYC DOHMH oversees the identification and promotion of compliant meals
Int 641 — supporting visual
Healthy Kids Are Sweet Enough — Less than 25 grams or six teaspoons of added sugars daily infographic

Join the Movement for Justice

Your voice matters. Get involved with MCN's advocacy initiatives and help shape policies that protect and uplift our community.