Zak Malik Named to CSNY 2025 Above & Beyond Social Services List

August 5, 2025

Zak Malik, a government relations associate at Cozen O’Connor Public Strategies in New York, has been named to City & State New York’s 2025 Above & Beyond Social Services list. A trusted advocate for nonprofits, civic groups, and community organizations across New York, Zak specializes in budget advocacy, legislative analysis, and community affairs. In fiscal year 2026, he helped secure over $72.5 million in City funding for critical programs and capital projects. His work is grounded in public service and informed by experience with the NYC Coro Fellowship, Teach For America NY, the Abortion Positivity Project, and the Citizens Budget Commission.

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