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.
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 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...."
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
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.
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 signing a series of Maternal Health bills to spread awareness about information and services for pregnant women.
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.
The Mayor of NYC establishes the Commission on Gender Equity. The Commission will consist of a Chair and no fewer than thirty members and one or more Honorary Members, all of whom will be appointed by the Mayor.
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.