City of New York

Plain Language Speaks to Everyone

As public servants, it’s our duty to make information equally accessible to all New Yorkers. Fortunately, one of the most powerful tools at our disposal is free: plain language.

Every New Yorker should stand up to racial discrimination

Meet NYC’s First Digital Accessibility Coordinator

Born in Egypt and raised in NYC, I’m a classic New Yorker. The only difference about me is that I drag a 58’ inch black cane across the streets and sidewalks of NYC. That’s because I was born with a progressive eye condition called Retinitis…

Dr Darlene Brown-Williams: Championing Mental Well-being for NYC Veterans and Their Families

Mental illness is real. And while we know of the strength and resilience of our military men and women, we also know that over 30% of active duty and reserve military…

How New York City Invests In Veterans

Year 1 at the Department of Veterans’ Services, NYC’s newest agency

Over 70 years ago, President Roosevelt wrote to his Secretary of War out of concern for the well-being of soldiers. In addition to veterans’ physical and emotional…

Jeff Roth: Building a Government Startup

On April 8, 2016, the New York City Department of Veterans Services (DVS) opened its doors as the first new NYC agency in at least 15 years. It is the first and only autonomous municipal department devoted solely to improving the lives of veterans and their…

We Are Always New York

Mayor Bill de Blasio spoke to all of New York City today from Cooper Union. These are his remarks.