New York State Catholic Conference Email Format
Religious InstitutionsNew York, United States2-10 Employees
The New York State Catholic Conference is an organization of Catholic leadership that represents the Bishops of New York in dialogues with state government, aiming to influence laws and policies through the lens of social justice, respect for life, and the common good. It serves as a unified voice for the eight dioceses in matters such as education, health care, poverty, criminal justice, and the environment, applying Catholic social teaching to contemporary issues and encouraging citizen involvement in the legislative process. Based in Albany, New York, the conference operates within the religious institutions sector, acting as a policy-focused advocate and liaison rather than a service provider. The group has a small staff and engages with government officials on education, family policy, health care, and social services, with recent activities including public statements and participation in related events. A notable development in its recent history is the appointment of a director of government relations to coordinate lobbying and policy efforts on behalf of the bishops.