WCC’s latest report, The Power of Participation: Women’s Voting and Civic Engagement in NYC, shows that women in New York City are actively engaged in civic life but face barriers such as economic insecurity, caregiving burdens, and structural inequities.
These challenges disproportionately affect historically disenfranchised communities. While New York has made strides with policies that have expanded and safeguarded voting rights, further actions are needed, including same-day voter registration, aligning local elections with federal elections, and expanding family-friendly voting policies.
The report serves as a roadmap for action, focusing on eliminating obstacles through policy change and ensuring women have the tools, resources, and power to shape their communities and strengthen democracy for generations to come.
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