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Press Releases / January 11, 2022

NOW NY Endorses Letitia James for Attorney General

“Letitia James is a leader who never fails to speak truth to power, and we know she will continue to be an exemplary Attorney General for all New Yorkers. We are thrilled to endorse her because we know she will continue to be a strong champion for women and families across New York and will help move our state forward,” said Sonia Ossorio, President of the National Organization for Women of New York.

Media / December 17, 2021

Adrienne Adams Declares Victory in City Council Speaker Race

“Adrienne is ready to lead and ready to hold her own. She won't be a rubber stamp for the Mayor. That balance of power is critical," said Sonia Ossorio, NOW-NYC Executive Director.

Press Releases / December 16, 2021

Women's Political Organizations Support Adrienne Adam's Speakership

NOW-NYC, along with 21 in 21 and Eleanor's Legacy, called for the City’s leaders to create a unifying council that will represent the needs of all New Yorkers and stand formally with Councilmember Adrienne Adams and her supporters.

Press Releases / December 15, 2021

NOW-NYC Urges Council Members to Vote for Adrienne Adams for Speaker

"An all-male top leadership in NYC just isn't acceptable," said Sonia Ossorio, Executive Director of NOW-NYC, which works to advance women's rights, policy, and leadership. "Adrienne is ready to lead and ready to hold her own. She won't be a rubber stamp for the Mayor," Ossorio said. "That balance of power is critical. We urge council members to pledge their support for her."