Communities Speak

02/16/2026

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12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from Communities Speak! While many are spending the winter season cozying up with friends and family, it is important to recognize that not everyone has a safe and stable place to call home. Learn more about housing instability and cost of living issues on our website. Tell city leaders what they should prioritize to address NYC’s cost of living crisis by filling out our survey!

12/04/2025

How do New Yorkers move around the city?

Our latest Communities Speak survey reveals that transportation choices vary a lot by borough — and by income.

Swipe ➡️ to explore the data.

10/13/2025

Many New Yorkers continue to face hunger and difficulty affording or accessing nutritious food. Food insecurity remains especially severe in parts of the Bronx and Queens, where families struggle to keep their pantries full.

Our data highlights how food insecurity touches communities differently. These insights come directly from New Yorkers sharing their experiences through the Communities Speak Survey.
The Fall Survey is now live. Make your voice heard on food access and other key issues by taking the survey (Link in Bio).

10/10/2025

Many New Yorkers are struggling to find and afford child care. Families face long waitlists, high costs, and limited options, while child care workers remain underpaid despite their essential role.

Our data reveals how these challenges differ across communities. These insights come directly from New Yorkers sharing their experiences through the Communities Speak Survey.

The Fall Survey is now live. Make your voice heard on child care and other pressing issues by taking the survey (Link in Bio).