Who We Are
The New York Public Welfare Association was founded in 1869 as the first public welfare association in the United States. It independently represents all of New York's 58 local social services districts. The Association fulfills a key public role while presenting a variety of opportunities to exchange ideas, develop new initiatives, and refine existing programs and services. The NYPWA is an active partner with government agencies, associations, and community organizations.
Mission:
The New York Public Welfare Association, Inc. is a dynamic partnership of local social services districts dedicated to improving the quality and effectiveness of social welfare policy, so that it is accountable to taxpayers and protective of vulnerable people. NYPWA provides information, policy analysis, and technical assistance to federal, state, and local policy makers and direct support to districts.
Vision:
The New York Public Welfare Association, through its leadership, expertise and the influence of its membership, plays a crucial role in shaping social policy in New York State.
Summer Conference 2023
Change, Challenge & Opportunity
July 16-19, 2023
Preliminary Brochure
NYPWA 2023 Summer Conference - Conference Registration & Meal Only Form
NYPWA 2023 Summer Conference - Alternate Hotels
NYPWA 2023 Summer Conference: Sponsors - Exhibitors - Advertisement Opportunities
Winter Conference 2023
January 24-27, 2023
NYPWA 2023 Winter Conference: Sponsors - Exhibitors - Advertisement Companies
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myBenefits
https://www.mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits
ACCESS NYC (for NYC residents only)
https://access.nyc.gov
NY State of Health
https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/
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