Ordered that the order is affirmed, without costs or disbursements.
In a proceeding to terminate parental rights based on permanent neglect, the petitioner must establish as a threshold matter that it made diligent efforts to encourage and strengthen the parental relationship (see Social Services Law § 384-b [7]
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