Gretchen D. Knudsen, Associate Director of Development at the School of Social Work
I’m a mother raising a 12 year-old in NYC. I believe all kids deserve a great education like the one my child receives at a public charter school. To help advocate for an equal and excellent education for all children, I join other like-minded parents in speaking with elected officials, such as Congressman Adriano Espaillat and Manhattan Borough President Gale Brewer.
We know that it takes more than one interaction for our voices to be heard. Over the years we have amplified our message in additional ways, like attending rallies in Albany and Prospect Park, marching across the Brooklyn Bridge, and calling or writing to our representatives. I never thought I’d think of myself as an advocate. It’s not glamorous. It tests my comfort zone. But it’s worth it.
