Join the NY Reparations Commission for a free public business meeting featuring updates on the Commission's ongoing work in New York State.
Event Overview:
On behalf of the New York State Community Commission on Reparations Remedies (NYSCCRR), you are invited to attend the Commission's upcoming public business meeting.
Who: Open to the public
What: NYSCCRR Business Meeting — featuring updates on the Commission's ongoing work and next steps to advance reparative justice across New York State
When: May 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Where: Walker Memorial Baptist Church,120 E 169th St, Bronx, NY 10452
This meeting will take place simultaneously at a second location in the Rochester, NY.
About This Meeting
The primary focus of this business meeting is to address the internal business of the Commission, including discussions, decision-making, planning, and voting on resolutions as necessary. A quorum of at least five commissioners must be present to hold any votes.
While this meeting is open to the public, time for public comment may be limited to a short period at the end of the meeting. The meeting will also be live-streamed on the Commission's YouTube channel, and video recordings will be available on the Commission's website for later viewing.
The NYSCCRR was established to examine the legacy of slavery and systemic discrimination in New York State and is tasked with developing proposals to address longstanding racial inequities and harms experienced by Black communities.
Can't Attend in Person?
Watch the live stream on the Commission's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@NYSCCRR/streams
How to Follow the Commission's Work
Community members can learn more at ny.gov/reparations. Those wishing to provide formal input may submit written or audio testimony by:
- Emailing ReparationsCommission@reparations.ny.gov
- Calling 518-473-3997 to leave a voicemail
Additional public hearings and business meetings are scheduled through spring 2026.