Advocacy
Our Advocacy program engages our passionate NYC Bird Alliance community to fight for the City's birds.
In 1978, a cadre of Central Park birders successfully opposed a plan to “restore” the Ramble through changes such as tree removal. These fledgling activists soon founded NYC Bird Alliance – and launched over 40 years of dedicated advocacy for habitat preservation and wild bird conservation. Help us continue to advocate for bird-friendly legislation across the five boroughs:
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The Jacob K. Javits Center green roof is the city's largest and provides habitat for over 50 bird species. With increased tax incentives for buildings to create green roofs, NYC Bird Alliance hopes to increase their installations throughout the City. Photo: NYC Bird Alliance
Current Advocacy Priorities
Join NYC Bird Alliance as we work to build a bird-friendly city through these current priorities.
Project Safe Flight Volunteer Annie Novak. Photo: Sophie Butcher
Become an Avian Advocate
NYC Bird Alliance's Avian Advocates are integral to passing bird-friendly legislation. Stay informed about city and state legislation that will help make NYC more sustainable and green for both birds and people.
Bird-safe glass installed along the glass railway at World Trade Center's Liberty Park. This bird-safe measure was implemented in part due to pressure from NYC Bird Alliance volunteers who were finding many dead birds that had collided with the reflective glass. Photo: NYC Bird Alliance
Advocacy Accomplishments
For over 40 years, NYC Bird Alliance has been a leader in bird and habitat conservation across the five boroughs. Learn how we and our advocates have made New York City safer for birds!
