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The Topic
Children refers to the range of social services and service providers available to New Yorkers under the age of 18. Near Synonyms: Family Services, Child Welfare.
The Context
Children comprise a quarter of NYC's population and their lives intersect with City government at multiple junctures. They are the poorest New Yorkers. Despite a surging economy, 42% live below the poverty line. The services supplied to them by the City are varied. The Board of Education, the Administration for Children's Services, the School Construction Authority, the Parks Department, the Housing Authority and the Department of Juvenile Justice are only some of the agencies that administer over $12 billion worth of services to the City's children annually.
Funding for Public Childcare Shrinks As Number of Children Enrolled Grows
Poor Kids Get Less School Aid
Report Cites City Mistakes in the Deaths of 2 Children
City Focuses on Finding Permanent Homes for Teens in Foster Care
Child Welfare Costs Drop
Poor Kids Get Less School Aid
Report Cites City Mistakes in the Deaths of 2 Children
City Focuses on Finding Permanent Homes for Teens in Foster Care
Child Welfare Costs Drop
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