LINC in the News
Read about what’s happening at LINC and with our families, both in the news and through blog posts written by our team.
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LINC’s Executive Director, Shari Levine Interviewed for the Washington Square News’ Magazine
How NYC is relearning reading education* By Aashna Miharia, Deputy Managing Editor, Washington Square News Over the last couple of years, New York City’s public school system has drawn national attention after drastically altering how elementary schools teach students to read. As city officials continue to roll out curriculum changes — part of the initiative…
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LINC’s Executive Director, Shari Levine Interviewed for the Washington Square News’ Magazine
How NYC is relearning reading education* By Aashna Miharia, Deputy Managing Editor, Washington Square News Over the last couple of years, New York City’s public school system has drawn national attention after drastically altering how elementary schools teach students to read. As city officials continue to roll out curriculum changes — part of the initiative […]
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LINC in the Media: Diversity Through Literacy Featured in the “Riverdale Press”
Children’s literacy program at Kingsbridge Library highlights immigrant stories and identity By Michelle Mullen At the Kingsbridge Library this month, young readers are setting off on a literary journey. For some, it’s a chance to embrace their own stories. For others, it’s a chance to discover someone else’s It’s part of this year’s Diversity in […]
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NYC Reads Together: A Historic Step Toward Every Child Reading by 2035
Last week, leaders from across New York City’s education, nonprofit, research, and policy sectors came together for what many are calling a historic moment for early literacy: the NYC Reads Together Literacy Ecosystem Summit. Organized by the Center for Public Research and Leadership (CPRL) at Columbia University, this convening brought together an extraordinary group of […]
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Running for Readers for the 4th Year in a Row: LINC is an Official Charity Partner for the 2026 TCS NYC Marathon
New York Road Runners (NYRR), the nonprofit that “runs” New York City, has named Literacy in Community (LINC) an Official Charity Partner of the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon for the fourth year in a row. 2026 is the 50th anniversary of the iconic five‑borough course, and a milestone year for LINC as we […]
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Media Advisory: Literacy in Community (LINC) and Fidelis Care Join Together to Send “A Love Letter to NYC Immigrants & Working Families” at LINC’s Diversity Through Literacy 2026 Campaign
Campaign celebrates diverse representation and inclusion in children’s literature NEW YORK, NY, March 11, 2026 – Literacy in Community (LINC), an early childhood literacy nonprofit, and Fidelis Care, a New York State health plan, announced the sixth year of their collaborative Diversity Through Literacy campaign. Started in 2021, Diversity Through Literacy is an annual campaign […]
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Play, Partner, Progress: LINC Leaders Present A Bilingual Approach to Family-Educator Literacy Engagement at the National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE)’s 55th Annual International Conference in Chicago
From February 9-13, LINC’s Chief Program Officer, Laura Walsh and Bilingual Content and Delivery Specialist, Stephanie Santos, joined educators from around the world advocating for the power of bilingual programming at the National Association for Bilingual Education (NABE)’s 55th annual conference in Chicago. Laura and Stephanie presented Play, Partner, Progress: A Bilingual Approach to Family-Educator […]
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LINC Leaders Present “Thrive by Five: Why Literacy Must Be Part of Universal Childcare and Every Early Childhood System” at the 55th Annual Legislative Conference
On Saturday, February 14, love for early childhood well-being was in the air! Literacy in Community’s (LINC) Chief of Strategic Initiatives, Emmanuel Novy, Director of Strategic Initiatives, Karen Rogel, and Chief of Advocacy & Community Mobilization, Albania Jimenez, joined collective voices in Albany for the 55th Annual Legislative Conference. Organized by the The New York […]
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LINC Reads in the Lunar New Year at the New York Taekwondo Park in Staten Island with Most Terrific Day Care
New moves, new books, new year! As we enter the Year of the Horse, LINC’s Staten Island team enthusiastically breathed fire into the passions of young readers. On Thursday, February 12, with the support of our friends at New York Taekwondo Park and Most Terrific Child Center in Rosebank, LINC delivered an unforgettable morning of […]
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City’s First Readers Celebrates World Read Aloud Day with Guest Author Susie Jaramillo
On Wednesday, February 4, 2026, City’s First Readers (CFR) joined readers around the globe to commemorate one of our favorite days of the year, World Read Aloud Day (WRAD). WRAD started in 2010 and is celebrated annually on the first Wednesday in February. This monumental reading movement includes over 170 countries and 90 million people […]
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City’s First Readers Celebrates City Council Leadership and a Shared Commitment to Early Literacy Across New York City
New York, NY — City’s First Readers (CFR), the New York City Council’s only early literacy initiative, applauds Speaker Julie Menin and City Council leadership for elevating early childhood education through new committee and subcommittee appointments. “I am so pleased to see Speaker Menin recognize the importance of a child’s earliest years by establishing a Subcommittee on […]
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Literacy in Community Applauds City Council Leadership and Calls for Bold Early Literacy Action
New York, NY — As Speaker Julie Menin announces her appointments to City Council leadership teams and committees, Literacy in Community (LINC) extends its congratulations to Council Members serving neighborhoods where LINC provides early literacy programs in partnership with families and community organizations. LINC looks forward to continuing its collaboration with Eric Dinowitz, Chair of the Committee on […]
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amNY Op-Ed | Universal Childcare is NYC’s Next Big Leap — But Literacy Must Be the System’s Heart
Universal Childcare Is NYC’s Next Big Leap — But Literacy Must Be the System’s Heart By Antonio Reynoso, Shari Levine & Eliana Godoy New Yorkers agree: universal childcare is core to building a city we can afford. This is not just the opinion of the more than one million New Yorkers who voted to elect […]
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LINC Applauds Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani for Historic Universal Childcare Commitment—Calls for Early Literacy to Be Built in From Day One
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEW YORK, NY — Literacy in Community (LINC) applauds Governor Kathy Hochul’s announcement advancing New York State toward universal childcare and celebrates Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s leadership in moving New York City closer to delivering on this long-standing promise to families. Together, these commitments represent one of the most significant investments in children, families, […]
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Universal Child Care Must Include Early Literacy, Says LINC’s Deputy Executive Director, Eliana Godoy, in The New York Times
To the editor, a response to “How Mamdani’s Audacious Child Care Plan Could Work,” by Rachel Cohen Booth (Opinion guest essay in The New York Times, Dec. 15, 2025) From Eliana Godoy, Deputy Executive Director of Literacy in Community (LINC) Hopes for Mamdani’s Vision for Child Care As an immigrant mother and literacy advocate, I […]
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Giving the Gift of Literacy: LINC on Good Morning America
Experts share age-by-age book picks to help kids fall in love with reading Literacy in Community (LINC) wants every family to know the joy and power of reading, and on Saturday, December 20, Good Morning America amplified our message by inviting Literacy in Community’s (LINC) Chief Program Officer, Laura Walsh on the show. Laura passionately described […]
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LINC Joins the Campaign for Equitable Education Funding (CEEF) to Advocate for Our Families Across New York City and State
Literacy in Community (LINC) is thrilled to announce that we have joined the Campaign for Equitable Education Funding (CEEF). CEEF advocates on both the city and state levels for the resources that our children need. CEEF membership includes 120 advocacy organizations, civil rights organizations, social service providers, and groups representing students, parents, and educators. Right […]
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Integrating Early Literacy into Universal Child Care is Essential
Literacy in Community (LINC) congratulates Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani on his victory and his bold commitment to making universal child care a reality for New York City families. His focus on supporting caregivers and strengthening the city’s affordability addresses the urgent needs of communities across the five boroughs. We are especially energized by what this moment […]
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LINC is the Proud Official Charity Partner for the TLC Lions 2025 Human Awards Americas
On Tuesday, November 11, at Gotham Hill, Literacy in Community (LINC) was the proud Official Charity Partner for the TLC Lions 2025 Human Awards Americas. TLC Lions is a global firm that helps organizations build workplaces rooted in empathy, authenticity, and humanity. At the TLC Lions Human Awards event on November 11th in NYC, TLC Lions […]
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LINC at SOMOS 2025: Empowering Today’s Students, Families and Educators in Today’s Climate and Beyond
Last week, LINC’s Chief Program Officer, Laura Walsh, Chief of Advocacy and Community Mobilization, Albania Jimenez, and Neighborhood Manager for The Bronx, Arisbel Villa joined thought leaders in education from around the globe at the annual SOMOS Conference in Puerto Rico. SOMOS brings together leaders and learners, activists and artists, public officials and private sector […]
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Team LINC Highlights the Transformative Power of Reading and Running in the 2025 NYC Marathon
Hats off to LINC’s 2025 NYC Marathon Team: Ashley, Tim, Yaneli, Leemen, and Scott! They joined runners, spectators, and fans from around the globe for a 26.2-mile journey through the five boroughs of New York City, in the name of early literacy. Our team is building healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power […]
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Announcing the Latest in LINC Technology: Our Very Own App!
Traducción al español aquí As part of LINC, you belong to a growing community of people deeply committed to your success, and now our literacy programs are more accessible than ever! LINC’s app is officially live and here to help you and your family on a journey to reading readiness. The colorful and playful graphic […]
