The Doula Outreach Report, pursuant to Local Law 86 of 2022, outlines the Health Department's citywide outreach campaign on the benefits of doulas as part of the New Family Home Visits initiative, which offers support, services and referrals to new and expectant parents.
Pursuant to Local Law 187 of 2018, this report outlines city and COB doula programs, areas of the city with disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality, infant mortality and other poor birth outcomes, as well as any updates on the 2019 doula plan.
The 2023 Annual Report covers the period from January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023 and describes the work and activities performed in the Commission on Gender Equity's three focus areas--Economic mobility and opportunity, health and reproductive justice, and safety.
The Annual Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Endometriosis report, pursuant to Local Law 87 of 2022, reports the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s education efforts on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Endometriosis.
The Street Harassment Prevention Advisory Board Annual report is required pursuant to Local Law 46 of 2022. The Board was established by Local Law 46 of 2022 to study street harassment occurrence; communities most at risk; develop resources to prevent and respond and promote public awareness.
This is the annual report to be provided in compliance of Local Law 38 of 2019, covering the period January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023. This report provides an overview of select Mayor's Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence program activities and initiatives.
The Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting (FGM/C) Advisory Committee was established by Local Law 109 of 2021, and is chaired by The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV). The advisory committee makes recommendations to decrease and eventually eliminate FGM/C in the NYC.
Executive Order No. 34, dated August 8th, 2023, is being submitted to Improve the City-Wide M/WBE Contracting Results. This Executive Order shall take effect immediately.
The Female Genital Mutilation and Cutting (FGM/C) Advisory Committee was established by Local Law 109 of 2021, and is chaired by The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV). The advisory committee makes recommendations to decrease and eventually eliminate FGM/Cn the city.
Annual fair and effective affirmative employment plan to provide equal employment opportunity for minority group members and women who are employed by, or who seek employment with the agency
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today displayed artist Elena del Rivero’s participatory public artwork, “Home Address,” in the New York City Hall Rotunda in honor of International Women’s Day.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today displayed artist Elena del Rivero’s participatory public artwork, “Home Address,” in the New York City Hall Rotunda in honor of International Women’s Day.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today signed two pieces of legislation — one to expand the definition of a victim of domestic violence and another to improve New York City’s air quality by phasing out the use of fuel oil No. 4 by 2030.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today reaffirmed his commitment to the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise community by appointing Michael Garner as chief business diversity officer of the Mayor’s Office of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE).
New York City Mayor Eric Adams today reaffirmed his commitment to the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise community by appointing Michael Garner as chief business diversity officer of the Mayor’s Office of Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE).
Executive Order No. 26, dated February 14, 2023, is being submitted to establish and implement procedures to secure meaningful M/WBE participation to make NYC more equitable and inclusive business environment for all vendors, including M/WBEs to operate.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams calling in live to WNYC's "The Brian Lehrer Show" to discuss women health, mental health, and asylum seekers.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams outlines his vision for a ‘New York City Women’s Health Agenda’ aimed at dismantling decades of systemic inequity that have negatively impacted the health of women.
The Street Harassment Prevention Advisory Board Annual report is required pursuant to Local Law 46 of 2022. The Advisory Board was established by Local Law 46 of 2022 to study the occurrence of street harassment; identify people and communities most at risk; develop resources to prevent and respond
Women face unique challenges in the workplace and marketplace. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection created these tips to educate women about ways to protect themselves and where to turn for help.
Report detailing the Comptroller’s Office’s work with minority- and women-owned investment firms and emerging managers and with MWBE professionals in municipal finance.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan announces the launch of a first-of-its-kind Abortion Access Hub that will ensure New York City remains a safe haven for those seeking abortion care.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams signing a series of Maternal Health bills to spread awareness about information and services for pregnant women.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announces that both City Hall and the David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building will be lit purple tonight in recognition of Women’s Equality Day.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams appearing live on CNN's "The Situation Room" discussing the two Supreme Court rulings on New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen and Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Supreme Court case.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams appearing on ABC's "Nightline" about the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen Supreme Court ruling.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams calling live to 1010 WINS about the overturn of Roe v. Wade from the Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization Supreme Court case.
A transcript about New York City Mayor Eric Adams appearing live on PIX 11's "Morning News" about the two Supreme Court rulings regarding Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Inc. v. Bruen.
The Department of Design Construction is committed in supporting the growth of Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises. The NYC Department of Design & Construction's compiles with LOCAL LAW 1 / NYC Administrative Code section 6-129 as amended.
Since the moment COVID-19 arrived in New York City, the burden of the pandemic’s many challenges have fallen heaviest on women, especially women of color.
The 2021 annual report highlights CGE activities between January 2021 and December2021. It also lays out a plan of action for 2022. Specifically, in 2021,
Annual fair and effective affirmative employment plan to provide equal employment opportunity for minority group members and women who are employed by, or who seek employment with the agency
This report describes the City’s efforts to ensure minority and women-owned businesses have greater access to public contracting opportunities. The reporting period covers program accomplishments for the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2022 (July 1, 2021 – September 30, 2021).
This report presents findings from an analysis of primary program data collected by WE NYC, which includes self-reported data from more than 14,000 program participants and covered the period from January 2016 through June 2020.
Women face unique challenges in the workplace and marketplace.
The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection created these tips to educate
women about ways to protect themselves and where to turn for help.
Pursuant to Local Law 187 of New York City, this report provides an overview of the landscape of doula care in NYC, including challenges facing the doula workforce.
On behalf of the Department of Small Business Services and the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services, please find attached report for compliance information pursuant to Local Law 1 of 2013. This report covers the first, second and third quarters of Fiscal Year 2021 (July 1, 2020 – March 31, 202
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
A report on the achievements of the City and the Commission on Gender Equity on behalf of gender equity as well as the Commission on Gender Equity's goals for 2021.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
A report on the Pay Equity Public Hearing hosted in September of 2019 by the Commission on Gender Equity, the Commission on Human Rights, the Department of Consumer and Worker Protections, and the NYC Bar Association.
Pursuant to Local Law 113 (amending Section 6-129 of the administrative code of the City of New York), the City conducts mandatory trainings for ACCOs and M/WBE Officers to assist officers in pursing the objectives of the Law.
The 2019 annual report of the Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence (ENDGBV) provides an overview of the office’s programs, initiatives and policy and training activities. Key programs include the NYC Family Justice Center, the Policy and Training Institute and Outreach unit.
A tip card on how to create and encourage gender equity in public spaces such as how to prevent street harassment, informing New Yorkers about the 'Pink Tax' and creating gender equitable spaces.
The Mayor's Press Office releases information about notable events and actions taken by the Mayor, as well as transcripts of all media conferences, radio shows, and ceremonies that the Mayor attends.
In order to increase MWBE utilization, the Mayor of New York City orders that all City Agencies shall procure goods, services, and construction from businesses certified as MWBEs.
The 2019 Annual Report describes the activities, accomplishments, and future goals of the Commission on Gender Equity and the de Blasio administration with regards to advancing gender equity in New York City.
The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence, Commission on Gender Equity, and other City agencies today began New York City’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
City Charter §1301(1)(b) requires NYCEDC to submit to the NYC Department of Small Business Services an annual report regarding the satisfaction of minority- and women-owned business enterprises goals by recipients of economic development benefits.
This report describes the City’s efforts to ensure minority and women-owned businesses have greater access
to public contracting opportunities. The reporting period covers program accomplishments for Fiscal Year
2019 (July 1, 2018 – June 30, 2019). As per the New York City Administrative Code §6-129
The report provides an update on the implementation of the 32 initiatives announced by the NYC Domestic Violence Task Force in May 2017. The goal of the initiatives was to reduce violence, enhance the safety and well-being of domestic violence survivors, and hold abusive partners accountable.
A breakdown of the 2020 fiscal year budget into categories that relate to gender equity such as Economic Mobility and Opportunity, Health and Reproductive Justice, and Safety
Mayor Bill de Blasio, Deputy Mayor for Health and Human Services Dr. Herminia Palacio, and President and CEO of NYC Health + Hospitals Dr. Mitchell Katz today announced the City’s public health system will cease participating in the federal Title X program for as long as the “gag rule” is in effect.
Public Design Commission created Women-Designed NYC, a publication that focuses on women-led projects awarded by the Public Design Commission over the past ten years.
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced the appointment of seven new members to the City’s Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises (M/WBE) Advisory Board, a board of business owners and community advocates who have a long history advancing opportunities for minority and women entrepreneurs.
The Commission on Gender Equity 2018 Annual Report covers the twelve month period from January through December 2018 and presents the goals for January through December 2019.
All employers are required to provide written notice of employees’ rights under the Human Rights Law both in the form of a displayed poster and as an information sheet distributed to individual employees at the time of hire. This document satisfies the information sheet requirement.
Today, First Lady Chirlane McCray and former Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen announced the next four monuments as a part of She Built NYC, an initiative to honor the trailblazing women who have helped shape New York City while addressing the absence of female statues in our public realm.
Deputy Mayor Alicia Glen and the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertainment (MOME) Acting Commissioner Anne del Castillo today announced the first round of grant recipients of the “Made in NY” Women’s Film, TV & Theatre Fund. Funds were awarded to 63 film, TV, theatre and digital media projects made
“The Trump gag rule denies women the freedom to make their own health care decisions. It is a frightening, dystopian policy that will have a disproportionate effect on women of color. My Administration will do everything in its power to fight the gag rule and protect the rights of women...."
First Lady Chirlane McCray and the Gracie Mansion Conservancy today announced a ticket giveaway for She Persists: A Century of Women Artists in New York, an unprecedented art exhibition at Gracie Mansion that brings together more than 60 works by 44 women across 10 decades.
The Mayor’s Office to End Domestic and Gender-Based Violence released A Foundation Report: Stalking, which provides a definition of stalking, prevalence statistics, an overview of prevention efforts and programs to assist victims of stalking.
STATEMENT FROM MAYOR DE BLASIO ON SIGNING OF REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH ACT, "“It is crucial that we protect a woman’s right to the full spectrum of reproductive health care, particularly at this moment in history when these rights are under attack nationally.".
First Lady Chirlane McCray and the Gracie Mansion Conservancy will open an unprecedented art exhibition at Gracie Mansion that brings together more than 60 works by 44 women across 10 decades.
The de Blasio administration announced a partnership to bring the MotherCoders tech training program to New York City, as part of the City’s Women.nyc initiative
Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray announced the appointment of six new members to the City’s Commission on Gender Equity, an agency tasked with supporting City agencies in dismantling institutional barriers for women and all gender identities.
In this policy brief, the second in a series on the economic experiences of women of color, the Comptroller’s Office further analyzes U.S. Census Bureau earnings data to examine the scale and impact of the gender wage gap specifically for Latinas in New York City.