With an eye on both local and national legislation, this sub-group is focused on addressing critical issues in this area, which include laws and practices which suppress, discourage, or otherwise challenge the democratic right to vote. Through partnerships with community members working to build grassroots power, we are working to educate our community on these issues, to engage in voter engagement, and to work in coalition with other grassroots organizations to drive policy forward.

Building on our deep ties the civil rights movement, we continue to purse to racial and socioeconomic justice and advocate for equality in all facets of society.

Our LGBTQ+ group, working under the auspices of the Domestic Civil Liberties Task Force, seeks to engage our community in LGBTQ+ issues and make our community, country and world a better and more inclusive place.

We are committed to driving forward progressive legislation so that women can make choices about their own bodies. We are currently researching legislation through regular meetings and by working with grassroots organizations like Planned Parenthood of New York City. We are also working to forge coalitions with groups on the Upper West Side as well as throughout the five boroughs to create a strong and unified front for New York City reproductive rights.

In response to recent gun-related tragedies, this sub-group has responded by creating education and advocacy opportunities.

This sub-group ensures that Stephen Wise responds to issues of injustice as they arise.