2024 was a major year at The Action Lab! Our staff grew, we acquired a new space, launched campaigns for transformative housing legislation, and so much more. All the highlights from this jam-packed year are captured here in our beautiful 2024 End of Year Report. We encourage you to check it out and learn more about what we have been up to (and have in store for the year ahead).
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Harry Belafonte’s Legacy Honored By Common And Other Stars
Harry Belafonte’s Legacy Honored By Common And Other Stars
NY CaribNews reported on the free Prospect Park concert put on by BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! and The Action Lab and featuring performances from Common, Adi Oasis, and Ana Tijoux.

As Democratic Socialists Storm Albany, Real Estate Takes Stock
As Democratic Socialists Storm Albany, Real Estate Takes Stock
Data from Small Business United’s report, “Empty Storefronts, High Rent,” were featured in this article about NY voters swinging left due to a number of crises, including the decline of small businesses in our state.

Teamsters accuse Amazon and 13 subcontractors of skipping New York’s layoff notice law
Teamsters accuse Amazon and 13 subcontractors of skipping New York’s layoff notice law
The Action Lab’s Director of Policy and Program, Irene Tung, spoke with Nation of Change about Amazon’s unfair and unlawful treatment of its delivery drivers.
Urban Youth Collaborative Joins The Action Lab
Urban Youth Collaborative Joins The Action Lab
Urban Youth Collaborative joins The Action Lab, launching a new chapter of youth organizing, political education, and leadership development across New York City.

New York City to Provide Free Childcare for Over 22,000 Families
New York City to Provide Free Childcare for Over 22,000 Families
The Action Lab’s Director of Strategic Campaign Initiatives, Ben Parisi, spoke with SSBCrack News about NYC’s step towards a more equitable childcare system.

Mamdani makes childcare free for 22K NYC Families
Mamdani makes childcare free for 22K NYC Families
Comments from The Action Lab’s Director of Strategic Campaign Initiatives, Ben Parisi, are featured in this article about the Mamdani administration’s announcement that it will make childcare completely free for families that rely on the Child Care Assistance Program.

