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With the Grassroots support from a network for 30 local chapters and nearly 50,000 members, Audubon New York has become a leading conservation voice in New York State. broad conservation agenda based on sound science Now, more than ever, we need your help to continue to make Audubon New York one of the most effective conservation organizations in the state.

Our Conservation Policy Resolutions, which are initiated by our chapters, provide the basis for Audubon New York's conservation efforts in the State Legislature and Congress to protect birds, other wildlife, and their habitats. The priority focus of these resolutions are issues of statewide significance including state and federal legislation, funding actions, and regional solutions needed to protect and enhance New York's natural resources.

Audubon New York also has a strong partnership with National Audubon Societies Policy Office in Washington DC, and provides advocacy support for federal issues, like opposing drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, as well as issues of regional importance to New York state, like the Long Island Sound Stewardship Act. Other examples include supporting funding for the Land and Water Conservation Fund, Great Lakes restoration measures, and Clean Water funding. This partnership will continue to grow as Audubon's programs in New York state move forward.

Click on the links on the left for information on our priority issues.