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LAS in the News 10.11.24

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

Report: DOC Forcing New Yorkers with Mental Illness Into Solitary Confinement

The Department of Correction is also depriving this vulnerable population access to critical medical care.

LAS Sues on Behalf of Disabled Students Denied a Public Education

The NYCPS is failing to meet the needs of students experiencing "school avoidance" caused by social or emotional disabilities such as severe anxiety or depression.

Caroline King Joins LAS as Chief Development Officer

In this role, King will oversee increasing and diversifying the organization’s revenue from private philanthropy sources.

Report: NYPD Failing to Report Civilian Stops

Despite court-ordered reform, a new report shows that over 40% of stops went undocumented in 2023.

LAS in the News 10.04.24

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

LAS in the News 09.27.24

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.

Dalourny Nemorin Named Obama Foundation Leader

Nemorin, an attorney in Legal Aid's Criminal Appeals Bureau, will be one of just 100 participating in the Leaders USA program.

Report: NYPD Officers Face Little Discipline Over Stop and Frisk Violations

Despite court-ordered reform, the NYPD has rarely taken action to discipline officers who make illegal stops.

LAS in the News 09.20.24

We have an intrinsic connection to the daily lives of New Yorkers. Here are a few of the places we made a difference, provided context or added valuable perspective this week.