We're raising up Assembly Member Assemblywoman Amy Paulin, another 2024 Human Services Champion ID'd by our Legislative Scorecard! AM Paulin has been a champion of our sector's priorities, & a leader in the fight to end late contract registration & payments. More here: humanservicesaction.org/2024-legislati…

I know procurement isn’t the sexiest topic but it is an important one… We need to fix the system to ensure organizations are being paid for the services they provide to our city. My colleague Justin Brannan takes this issue very serious.

Thank you Justin Brannan Althea Stevens for highlighting why now, more than ever, NYC needs to PAY NONPROFITS ON TIME!

"Over 90% of [nonprofit] organizations report significant payment delays, amounting to a staggering $365M in outstanding payments. Two nonprofits that provide critical social services and housing assistance to New Yorkers are owed an estimated $53M alone." In an op-ed for

ICYMI: two of our 2024 Human Services Champions, Althea Stevens & Justin Brannan wrote a powerful #OpEd pointing out how chronic late payments to #nonprofits are forcing lifesaving orgs "off a cliff" – & how we can fix this urgent problem. More here: cityandstateny.com/opinion/2024/1…

.Roxanne J. Persaud has been a long-time advocate for our sector & #JustPay. We're thrilled to honor her as a 2024 Champion! She led the fight to ensure all human services workers qualify for the State COLA & we hope you'll join us in celebrating her! 🎉🎉🎉humanservicesaction.org/2024-legislati…

Congress is working to pass a bill that would have a devastating, chilling effect on free speech and give the Trump administration power to strip tax-exempt status from nonprofits without due process or even a clear explanation (1/3).

I spoke at a Human Services Council event where I asked the crowd, "How many of you are owed money by the city?" and the entire room raised their hands. It's insane, it's hurting our most vulnerable New Yorkers, and it's gotta change. #JustPay | Human Services Council of New York The Legal Aid Society thecity.nyc/2024/11/26/non…

#noprocurementnopeace

“It’s definitely the worst it’s ever been." 90% of orgs polled by @hsc_ny said they had delayed payments totaling $365M. Michelle #JustPay Jackson weighs in on the late payments threatening providers' ability to serve communities – and the need for NYC gov to step up. thecity.nyc/2024/11/26/non…

Mayoral forum focused on human services and workforce development. Please be specific in your answers, you can go back to being vague after you’re elected mayor, katie honan jokes. Myrie, Mamdani, Lander and Stringer here, Ramos on her way.

Kicking off our Mayoral Forum, ensuring nonprofits are part of the conversation!

We're thrilled to see HSA Board Member #JustPay Maria 🦋 💫 honored on City & State NY 2024 Trailblazers in Economic Development list! Maria is a tireless advocate for the human services sector & workforce, and we are all so lucky to have her in our corner! 🎉 cityandstateny.com/power-lists/20…

Critical Role of #Nonprofits via Thomas P. DiNapoli Tom DiNapoli “Nonprofits are an essential part of the fabric of the communities they serve, but...Policymakers need to ensure state agencies process contracts and payments for nonprofits on time...” bit.ly/3WdAbj4

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Read this important piece from #JustPay | Human Services Council of New York's Michelle Jackson Michelle #JustPay Jackson ⬇️ timesunion.com/opinion/articl…

Gov. Hochul’s proposed 2.1% wage increase for human services workers isn't enough—it’s a pay cut with inflation. We need a 7.8% raise in the final budget to keep essential workers serving NY. Read more from Michelle #JustPay Jackson of HSC

Thank you Rep. Ritchie Torres !!!!!

"When these workers leave, it’s not just their loss; it’s ours. Every New Yorker who relies on these essential services will feel the pain." Well said, Michelle #JustPay Jackson. Let's get human services workers REAL living wages. timesunion.com/opinion/articl…

Our non-profit organizations are the unsung heroes of this city and yet most struggle to stay afloat as they wait to get paid for work they did years ago. New York City needs to pay their damn bills on time. As your next comptroller, fixing this will be one of my top priorities.