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The Foundation for Child Development’s latest policy paper, "Cutting Child Poverty in Half and More: Pandemic-Era Lessons From Child and Family Advocates and Organizers," explores the chronic underinvestment in children in the United States and highlights the essential link between parents’ well-being and children’s prospects. During the 2020-21 pandemic, the U.S. made historic strides in reducing child poverty by half, thanks to bold federal policy reforms. While many of these reforms were temporary, they offer invaluable lessons for creating lasting solutions. Drawing on insights from over 30 organizers and advocates, this new paper distills five key lessons to inform future efforts to transform federal and state policies in support of young children marginalized by racism, xenophobia, and economic inequality, along with their families and caregivers. 📄 Read the full paper here: https://bit.ly/3VFy2Nj #ChildPoverty #PolicyReform #ChildAdvocacy #CareCantWait #SocialJustice

"The Youth Panel’s ability to speak to how Baby Bonds would increase their sense of agency and help them realize their own dreams makes the policy less abstract, communicates the very real stakes for young people and their families, and lifts up shared values around economic mobility, fairness, and making the American Dream real." New on our #BabyBlogs, Shimica Gaskins, President and CEO of GRACE & End Child Poverty California, and Devon Gray, President of End Poverty in California (EPIC), discuss California’s progress in advancing its Baby Bonds HOPE Accounts Program, which convenes a Youth Panel of Experts to support program implementation and outreach. Read: https://bit.ly/3QOPEU2 #BabyBonds #HOPEAccounts #California

"Cutting Child Poverty in Half and More: Pandemic-Era Lessons from Child and Family Advocates and Organizers" distills five key lessons learned from interviews with over 30 organizers and advocates who contributed to the success of driving down child poverty for all children in 2020 and 2021. It draws on their insights to inform future efforts to transform federal and state policies on behalf of young children marginalized by racism, xenophobia, and economic inequality and their families and caregivers. 1. Center families with lived experience: Learn how centering families, especially those of color and immigrant backgrounds, enhances policy design and implementation. 2. Expand coalitions to engage families, care workers, and allies: Discover the power of uniting families, care workers, and allies to build stronger advocacy efforts. 3. Build federal-state strategies to achieve equity: Understand the importance of federal and state collaboration to achieve equity and scale. 4. Strengthen coalition infrastructure: Gain insights into building robust coalitions with diverse perspectives and strong governance structures. 5. Sustain long-term efforts: Recognize the importance of long-term advocacy and organizing to create lasting policy changes. Learn more by reading the policy paper and registering for the July 11 webinar: https://lnkd.in/eVEB6ZUD #SocialJustice #ChildPoverty #PolicyReform #ChildAdvocacy #CareCantWait #FCDConversationSeries

Today, the Foundation for Child Development released its policy paper on halving child poverty and more with insights from parents and community leaders, advocates, and organizers illuminating the path forward. "Cutting Child Poverty in Half and More: Pandemic-Era Lessons From Child and Family Advocates and Organizers," co-authored by Olivia Golden and Vivian Tseng, provides a comprehensive look at the unprecedented, yet temporary, federal policy reforms enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic. This response to the United States’ longstanding failures to invest in young children’s health, care, nutrition, and housing — among other gaps — offers lessons that provide a blueprint for permanent solutions. Learn more and read the full policy paper: https://lnkd.in/eVEB6ZUD

Please check out this important piece on the #childtaxcredit by #publicvoicesfellow Megan Curran which was published in Newsweek yesterday! She responds to #KamalaHarris's call that "no child live in poverty" with an impassioned reminder that we have a tool that can ensure no child has to live in poverty, the #childtaxcredit.

For the next two weeks in our Poverty, Neglect, and Child Protection Reform series we are exploring the introduction and wide use of Differential Response in the Child Protection System following the TANF reduction of financial assistance to families. Key Points: 1. Impact of TANF Replacement: The shift from AFDC to TANF removed guaranteed financial assistance and associated social services, leaving many families without essential support. This gap led to an increased reliance on CPS to address families' needs, even when the core issue was poverty rather than neglect. 2. Evolution of CPS Services: In response to the loss of AFDC benefits, CPS expanded its role to provide more direct support to families struggling with poverty. This was aimed at preventing child maltreatment and reducing the need for out-of-home placements. 3. Differential Response Model: DR, also known as Alternative Response (AR) or Family Assessment Response (FAR), introduced a split approach within CPS: • Traditional Track (TR): Handles cases of severe abuse and neglect. • Alternative/Family Assessment Track (AR/FA): Focuses on families at lower risk, often dealing with issues related to poverty and material hardship. 4. Family-Friendly Approaches: DR emphasizes more engaging and less intrusive methods in the AR track, such as voluntary participation in services and avoiding punitive measures, in contrast to the traditional track’s more authoritative approaches. 5. Structural Reform Debate: Rather than reinstating comprehensive financial and social services safety nets, DR reform focused on modifying CPS to address these families' needs. The debate centers on whether this approach effectively serves vulnerable families or merely shifts responsibilities within the existing system. Question for Reflection: What strategies can you implement to ensure impoverished families receive adequate support without relying solely on the CPS system? Learn more: https://ow.ly/7Bn850TtwHE #differentialresponse #alternativeresponse #povertyandchildwelfare #cpsreform

Our children can no longer wait. In Australia, 761,000 children live below the poverty line. Kids growing up in poverty often go to bed or school hungry. They can feel left out if they can’t join a local sport team or go on school camps. They may be living in an overcrowded home where there’s no quiet place to do homework and they worry about their parents. Research shows that child poverty isn’t just about not having enough to eat and a secure home. A lack of money limits children and young people’s lives and learning and seeps into other aspects of their life. Children at the forefront of the housing crisis are often frequently moving due to high rents, which disrupts school and friendships. The Valuing Children initiative is taking action calling on all Governments, state and federal, to legislate an end to child poverty and we put our support behind this initiative. This is an opportunity to impact children’s lives positively and you can contribute to an Australia where every child is provided with the support needed to thrive and shape a better tomorrow. JOIN US TODAY by pledging your organisation's support at https://lnkd.in/ggTJQsfN #LegislateToEndChildPoverty #ValuingChildrenInitiative #NoChildInPoverty Centrecare | University of South Australia | Australian Centre for Child Protection | Australian Childhood Foundation | Anti-Poverty Week | Families Australia | Early Childhood Australia | The Australian National University

We're committed to making sure every department and every area of policy has the needs of children and young people at its heart. Policy focus on children and young people will have benefit in every other area of life whether we are four, fourteen, forty or eighty. We know it makes sense but does the Government? Last week, King Charles outlined the new government’s law-making plans in a speech to Parliament. Among the 39 bills announced was the Children Wellbeing Bill which aims to transform the life chances for the millions of children and young people in England by introducing new measures in the education and social care systems, including: 🧡 A children not in school register 🧡 A legal requirement for schools to have breakfast clubs 🧡 A limit on the number of branded items schools can require as part of school uniform This is an encouraging start from the new Labour government however more can be done to end child poverty in the UK. On Tuesday, MPs voted against an amendment to the King’s Speech calling for the two-child benefit cap to be axed. According to the Child Poverty Action Group, axing the cap would lift 300,000 children out of poverty, making it a vital step in giving children the best start in life. You can find out more about the Children's Alliance and how to support us in our mission to create better starts and brighter futures for all children through the link below 🧡 https://lnkd.in/eGeW3JyT #childrensalliance #childpoverty #childrenscharity #twochildcap #betterstarts #brighterfutures

📣 Great news in #PovertyReduction advocacy today!! 📣 The Child Poverty Reduction Advisory Council voted today for a robust array of policy proposals that will substantially reduce child poverty in New York over the next decade. CCC applauds this decision! These reforms are critical to address New York’s unacceptably high child poverty rate of 18%, which places us 40th in the nation for child poverty rates. We urge Governor Hochul and the State Legislature to advance these essential proposals in the FY 2026 Budget, including by: - Increasing the Empire State Child Credit, also known as the state child tax credit, to $1,500 (up from $330) per child per year and extend full eligibility to the lowest-income families. - Establishing a Statewide Housing Voucher Program that provides rental assistance for income-eligible households not receiving other vouchers to alleviate rent burdens. an inclusive housing voucher. - Significantly enhancing Public Assistance Programs to support basic needs such as housing and utilities. - Expanding SNAP benefits to ensure all families have access to food assistance, regardless of immigration status. Reducing child poverty strengthens our economy, enhances public health, and fosters safer communities, benefiting all New Yorkers. Now more than ever, it is imperative for New York to be a leader in child poverty reduction nationwide. We look forward to continuing partner with the New York Can End Child Poverty Coalition, Governor Hochul, and the Legislature to ensure New York keeps its promise to reduce child poverty by 50% over the next ten years.

This week on our https://lnkd.in/dbF6JDUk website, we will be focusing on: "Addressing Child Poverty in Ohio—The Urgent Need for Solutions in Housing, Food, and Healthcare" As Ohio faces another year of stagnant poverty rates, new insights from the Ohio Association of Community Action Agencies (OACAA) reveal an urgent reality: 13.4% of Ohio’s population lived in poverty in 2022, with an even more concerning 17.7% of children facing poverty’s harsh impacts. This situation highlights a critical need for solutions targeting Ohio’s most vulnerable populations—children. With the state ranking 12th highest in poverty nationwide, it’s clear that poverty in Ohio isn’t just a statistic; it’s an ongoing crisis affecting future generations. Type "Child Poverty" on the search tab to read more about the subject matter on our website https://lnkd.in/dbF6JDUk ….. Kindly read, like, comment, share and subscribe to the childreninfobank.com & ohio.childreninfobank.com websites and the YouTube Channel https://lnkd.in/dNQpzn6S #childreninfobank #website #information #kids #news #love #explorepage #substanceabuse #thechildrenoftheworld #childhood #child #monday #mondaymotivation #viral